Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6
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Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Announced August 2013
- Earlier Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX520 HS
(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
Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe SX510 HS was introduced 22 months after the CX6 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX510 HS grades vs the CX6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Ricoh CX6
SX510 HS | CX6 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | November 2011 | More modern by 22 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Canon SX510 HS
CX6 | SX510 HS | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | 461k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh CX6
SX510 HS | CX6 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX510 HS and the CX6.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and CX6 is 80 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and CX6.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX510 HS to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS will have an advantage in sensor tech.
Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Ricoh CX6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 349 gr (0.77 lb) | 201 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 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 life | 250 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $249 | $595 |