Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh CX6

The following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SZ-11 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was introduced 3 months earlier than the CX6 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SZ-11 grades versus the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-11 has outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has measurements 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 SZ-11 versus Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SZ-11 against the CX6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and CX6 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and CX6.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus SZ-11 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.