Nikon Z50 vs Ricoh CX6

Below is a extended review of the Nikon Z50 vs Ricoh CX6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and CX6 (10MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and CX6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z50 was announced 8 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z50 grades vs the CX6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 enjoys physical dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z50 versus the CX6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and CX6 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and CX6.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z50 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will offer extra detail with its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z50 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.