Nikon S810c vs Ricoh CX5

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S810c and Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S810c was released 2 years later than the CX5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S810c matches up against the CX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S810c has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S810c and Ricoh CX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S810c vs the CX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S810c and CX5 is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and CX5.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S810c to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger S810c is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.