Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh CX1

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S9300 and Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was launched 3 years after the CX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S9300 grades against the CX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 enjoys external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9300 and Ricoh CX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S9300 and the CX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and CX1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and CX1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S9300 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern S9300 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.