Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh CX6
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Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Announced July 2014
(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
- Introduced November 2011
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX400 IS and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX400 IS was launched 2 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Ricoh CX6
| SX400 IS | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2014 |  | November 2011 | Fresher by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Canon SX400 IS
| CX6 | SX400 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Ricoh CX6
| SX400 IS | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS comes with external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Canon SX400 IS and Ricoh CX6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the CX6.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and CX6 is 81 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and CX6.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX400 IS to give more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger SX400 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Ricoh CX6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Ricoh CX6 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2014-07-29 | 2011-11-15 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4+ | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 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 | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | 313 gr (0.69 lb) | 201 gr (0.44 lb) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 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 | 190 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11LH | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $229 | $595 |