Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4
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Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Released April 2014
(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

Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S810c was unveiled 3 years after the CX4 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S810c grades vs the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Ricoh CX4
S810c | CX4 | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 45 months |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+309k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Nikon S810c
CX4 | S810c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S810c and Ricoh CX4
S810c | CX4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S810c comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S810c vs the CX4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and CX4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and CX4.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S810c to provide you with extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger S810c will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Ricoh CX4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-04-10 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 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 | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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 | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 lb) | 205g (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" 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 | 270 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $211 |