Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX6

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was introduced 3 years before the CX6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the CX6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ has physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and 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 SP-565UZ versus Ricoh CX6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the CX6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and CX6 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and CX6.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older SP-565UZ is going to be behind in sensor innovation.