Olympus FE-45 vs Ricoh CX6

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-45 vs Ricoh CX6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was announced 3 years before the CX6 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FE-45 scores versus the CX6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-45 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has sizing 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 Olympus FE-45 vs Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FE-45 against the CX6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-45 and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-45 and CX6.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-45 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.