Canon N vs Ricoh CX6
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Canon N vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
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Here, we will be reviewing the Canon N and Ricoh CX6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe N was revealed 14 months later than the CX6 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the N grades versus the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N & Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Ricoh CX6
| N | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | November 2011 | Fresher by 14 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Canon N
| CX6 | N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 461k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Canon N and Ricoh CX6
| N | CX6 |
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Canon N vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon N comes with outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the N and the CX6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and CX6 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Canon N vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the N and CX6.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon N to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer N should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon N vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot N | Ricoh CX6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot N | Ricoh CX6 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-11-15 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 5 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | PureColor II G touch | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-9L | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $299 | $595 |