Olympus FE-5020 vs Ricoh CX6

The following is a extensive review of the Olympus FE-5020 versus Ricoh CX6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-5020 was introduced 3 years before the CX6 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FE-5020 scores vs the CX6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5020 & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 comes with physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-5020 versus Ricoh CX6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the FE-5020 and the CX6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-5020 and CX6.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus FE-5020 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.