Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6
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Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced November 2011

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6200 was released 2 months prior to the CX6 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S6200 grades versus the CX6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Ricoh CX6
S6200 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Nikon S6200
CX6 | S6200 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Ricoh CX6
S6200 | CX6 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | November 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 has outer dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S6200 vs the CX6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and CX6 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and CX6.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6200 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively.

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Ricoh CX6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 201g (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $229 | $595 |