Fujifilm X30 vs Ricoh CX6

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X30 versus Ricoh CX6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and CX6 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was announced 2 years later than the CX6 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 grades vs the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 has got exterior measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 versus Ricoh CX6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the CX6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and CX6 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and CX6.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X30 will provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.