Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6
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Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed November 2011

Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 II and Ricoh CX6, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and CX6 (10MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and CX6 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

The Z7 II was announced 9 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z7 II matches up against the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Ricoh CX6
Z7 II | CX6 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | ![]() | November 2011 | Fresher by 109 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1230k | Crisper display (+870k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Nikon Z7 II
CX6 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Ricoh CX6
Z7 II | CX6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II features exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has measurements 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 Nikon Z7 II and Ricoh CX6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Z7 II versus the CX6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and CX6 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and CX6.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you greater detail with its extra 36MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Ricoh CX6 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 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 life | 420 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Pricing at launch | $2,997 | $595 |