Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6
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Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 7000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced November 2011

Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The 7000 was revealed 3 years earlier than the CX6 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 7000 grades against the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Ricoh CX6
7000 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Olympus 7000
CX6 | 7000 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 34 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 7000 and Ricoh CX6
7000 | CX6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 7000 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 7000 against the CX6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7000 and CX6 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 7000 and CX6.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus 7000 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7000 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7000 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7000 | Ricoh CX6 |
Alternative name | mju 7000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 172g (0.38 lb) | 201g (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $280 | $595 |