Canon 1Ds vs Ricoh CX6

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon 1Ds vs Ricoh CX6, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 1Ds (11MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is pretty similar but the 1Ds (Full frame) and CX6 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The 1Ds was revealed 10 years prior to the CX6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon 1Ds being a Large SLR camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 1Ds grades against the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1Ds and Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1Ds Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1Ds enjoys outer dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1Ds vs Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1Ds compared to the CX6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1Ds and CX6 is 50 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1Ds and CX6.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1Ds with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 1Ds will offer you extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older 1Ds is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.