Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6
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![Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS.jpg)
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Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched November 2011
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Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SD960 IS was manufactured 3 years earlier than the CX6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD960 IS matches up vs the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Ricoh CX6
SD960 IS | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Canon SD960 IS
CX6 | SD960 IS | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 33 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Ricoh CX6
SD960 IS | CX6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD960 IS has outside dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SD960 IS against the CX6.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD960 IS and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD960 IS and CX6.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SD960 IS to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older SD960 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Ricoh CX6 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 110 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 lbs) | 201g (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | NB-4L | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $595 |