Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1
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![Nikon Coolpix S9100 front Nikon Coolpix S9100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9100/Nikon-S9100-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Replacement is Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S9100 was manufactured 2 years after the CX1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S9100 grades vs the CX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Ricoh CX1
S9100 | CX1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Nikon S9100
CX1 | S9100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh CX1
S9100 | CX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S9100 comes with external dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S9100 versus the CX1.
![Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 size comparison Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-vs-Ricoh-CX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and CX1 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-vs-Ricoh-CX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and CX1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S9100 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger S9100 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
![Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 sensor size comparison Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-vs-Ricoh-CX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9100-vs-Ricoh-CX1-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 S9100 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Ricoh CX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $329 | $299 |