Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3
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Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 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
- Released July 2009
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Olympus 6000 and Ricoh CX3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The 6000 was released 11 months prior to the CX3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the 6000 matches up versus the CX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 & Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Ricoh CX3
6000 | CX3 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Olympus 6000
CX3 | 6000 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Ricoh CX3
6000 | CX3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6000 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Olympus 6000 and Ricoh CX3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 6000 against the CX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and CX3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6000 and CX3.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged 6000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Ricoh CX3 |
Other name | mju Tough 6000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
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 mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 lb) | 206g (0.45 lb) |
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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $259 | $329 |