Canon SX40 HS vs Ricoh CX6

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 2 months earlier than the CX6 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX40 HS scores against the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 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).

Check out the Canon SX40 HS versus Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX40 HS vs the CX6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and CX6 is 64 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and CX6.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX40 HS to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively.