Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4
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![Nikon Coolpix S800c front Nikon Coolpix S800c front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c/Nikon-S800c-front.jpg)
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2013
(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
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2010
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S800c was manufactured 2 years later than the CX4 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S800c grades against the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Ricoh CX4
S800c | CX4 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 30 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Nikon S800c
CX4 | S800c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 819k | Sharper display (+101k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Ricoh CX4
S800c | CX4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S800c comes with external measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S800c vs the CX4.
![Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Ricoh-CX4-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Ricoh-CX4-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and CX4.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S800c should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Ricoh-CX4-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S800c-vs-Ricoh-CX4-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Ricoh CX4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-02-04 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 819 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 lbs) | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 140 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $290 | $211 |