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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Ricoh CX6 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
38
Overall
35

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Ricoh CX6
(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
  • Introduced November 2011
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX6, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z16 was revealed 14 months prior to the CX6 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z16 matches up against the CX6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Ricoh CX6

 EX-Z16 CX6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Casio EX-Z16

 CX6 EX-Z16 
IntroducedNovember 2011September 2010Fresher by 14 months
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution1230k0kSharper screen (+1230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX6

 EX-Z16 CX6 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the CX6.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and CX6 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and CX6.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-Z16 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z16 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
focusing manually
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography info
Ricoh CX6 Street photography info
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (201g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography details
Ricoh CX6 Sports photography details
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (5.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z16
Travel photography with Ricoh CX6
53
built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
66
lighter than competitors (201 grams)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
long reach (300mm)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh CX6 Landscape photography highlights
32
has manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (")
no manual control
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
45
focusing manually
rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging info
Ricoh CX6 Vlogging info
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (848 x 480 resolution)
no mic socket
30
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (201 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX6
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Ricoh CX6
General Information
Company Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Ricoh CX6
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-09-20 2011-11-15
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 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 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range 7cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 3 inch
Screen resolution 0k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 201 grams (0.44 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 - DB-100
Self timer - Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $100 $595