Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6
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Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Launched February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon S9700
(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
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Released November 2011

Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the S9900 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S9900 was introduced 3 years after the CX6 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the S9900 matches up against the CX6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Ricoh CX6
S9900 | CX6 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 40 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Nikon S9900
CX6 | S9900 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Ricoh CX6
S9900 | CX6 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9900 enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S9900 against the CX6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9900 and CX6 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9900 and CX6.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S9900 to render extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S9900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9900 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Ricoh CX6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 289 gr (0.64 lbs) | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" 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 | 300 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $595 |