Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh CX6
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Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Revealed January 2009
(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
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z980 and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Z980 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z980 was introduced 3 years earlier than the CX6 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z980 grades against the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z980 & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z980 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z980 over the Ricoh CX6
| Z980 | CX6 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Kodak Z980
| CX6 | Z980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2011 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 34 months |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 201k | Sharper screen (+1029k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z980 and Ricoh CX6
| Z980 | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z980 enjoys physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 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).
Take a look at the Kodak Z980 and Ricoh CX6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Z980 compared to the CX6.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z980 and CX6 is 68 and 92 respectively.
Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z980 and CX6.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Kodak Z980 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Z980 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Kodak Z980 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Ricoh CX6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Ricoh |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z980 | Ricoh CX6 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2009-01-05 | 2011-11-15 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 201 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 201g (0.44 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $249 | $595 |