Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 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
- Launched 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
- Released July 2011
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Nikon S800c and Ricoh CX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S800c was announced 19 months after the CX5 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the S800c grades vs the CX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Ricoh CX5
S800c | CX5 | |||
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Released | February 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 19 months | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Nikon S800c
CX5 | S800c | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 819k | Sharper display (+101k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Ricoh CX5
S800c | CX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c has 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) while the Ricoh CX5 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S800c and Ricoh CX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S800c compared to the CX5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and CX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and CX5.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S800c to result in greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer S800c provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Ricoh CX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-02-04 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 819k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 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, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184 gr (0.41 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
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 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 | 140 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 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 card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $290 | $399 |