Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2
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Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched August 2009
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Nikon S640 versus Ricoh CX2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S640 was introduced very close to the CX2 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S640 scores versus the CX2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Ricoh CX2
S640 | CX2 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon S640
CX2 | S640 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Ricoh CX2
S640 | CX2 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | August 2009 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S640 comes with outer measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S640 versus Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S640 against the CX2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and CX2 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and CX2.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S640 to give you more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Nikon S640 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Ricoh CX2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | - | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" 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 model | EN-EL12 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $225 | $341 |