Nikon Coolpix B600 vs Ricoh CX1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix B600 and the Ricoh CX1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon Coolpix B600 was introduced in January 2019 and Ricoh CX1 was introduced in February 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix B600 over Ricoh CX1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Ricoh CX1 over Nikon Coolpix B600.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon Coolpix B600 and Ricoh CX1 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 921k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively.

Nikon Coolpix B600 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 6,400. Ricoh CX1 features a 9 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600.

Nikon Coolpix B600 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Nikon Coolpix B600 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Ricoh CX1 is equipped with Smooth Imaging Engine IV processor and can take pictures up to 3456 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3456 x 2304, 3072 x 2304, 2592 x 2592, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1728 x 1296, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.

Ricoh CX1 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix B600

Nikon Coolpix B600 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix B600 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 280 shots and Ricoh CX1 comes with DB-70 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Nikon Coolpix B600 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Ricoh CX1 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix B600, and up to 1/2000 sec on Ricoh CX1.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.80 m at Auto ISO on Nikon Coolpix B600 and 3.00 m on Ricoh CX1..

Nikon Coolpix B600 body has dimensions of 122 x 82 x 99 mm (4.8 x 3.23 x 3.9") and Ricoh CX1 body has dimensions of 102 x 58 x 28 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.1"). Nikon Coolpix B600 weighs 500 g (1.10 lb / 17.64 oz) and Ricoh CX1 weighs 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz).

Nikon Coolpix B600

Ricoh CX1

122 mm

82 mm

102 mm

58 mm