Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh CX2
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Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(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
- Revealed August 2009
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Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S6500 and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S6500 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S6500 was launched 3 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S6500 matches up versus the CX2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Ricoh CX2
| S6500 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon S6500
| CX2 | S6500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6500 and Ricoh CX2
| S6500 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S6500 versus the CX2.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and CX2 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6500 and CX2.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S6500 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern S6500 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Ricoh CX2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | Ricoh CX2 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2009-08-20 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | AMOLED display | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | SLB-10A | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $170 | $341 |