Canon M50 vs Ricoh CX6

On this page, we are looking at the Canon M50 versus Ricoh CX6, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and CX6 (10MP) and the M50 (APS-C) and CX6 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The M50 was manufactured 6 years after the CX6 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M50 scores against the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M50 and Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M50 has exterior measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M50 and the CX6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M50 and CX6 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M50 and CX6.

Clearly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M50 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon M50 will offer you more detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger M50 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.