Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh CX6

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.