Canon S95 vs Ricoh CX6

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon S95 vs Ricoh CX6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is very close but the S95 (1/1.7") and CX6 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S95 was launched 11 months earlier than the CX6 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S95 scores against the CX6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S95 & Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon S95 has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has specifications 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 using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S95 and the CX6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S95 and CX6 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S95 and CX6.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor sizing. The S95 offers the larger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The older S95 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.