Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2
94 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
28
93 Imaging
32 Features
35 Overall
33
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Also referred to as mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2009
Photography Glossary Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 6000 was unveiled within a month of the CX2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 6000 scores versus the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Ricoh CX2
| 6000 | CX2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Olympus 6000
| CX2 | 6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Ricoh CX2
| 6000 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2009 |  | August 2009 | Same generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 6000 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 6000 against the CX2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and CX2 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6000 and CX2.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus 6000 to produce extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideStreet Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsSports Comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesTravel Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsLandscape Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneVlogging Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Ricoh CX2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Ricoh CX2 |
| Otherwise known as | mju Tough 6000 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2009-08-20 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" 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-70 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $259 | $341 |