Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6
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Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed November 2011

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Here is a complete review of the Olympus 6000 versus Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 6000 was revealed 3 years before the CX6 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the 6000 matches up versus the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Ricoh CX6
6000 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Olympus 6000
CX6 | 6000 | |||
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Revealed | November 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 28 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Ricoh CX6
6000 | CX6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 6000 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 6000 versus Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 6000 and the CX6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and CX6 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6000 and CX6.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older 6000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Ricoh CX6 |
Also Known as | mju Tough 6000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-01 | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 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 | ||
WB 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $259 | $595 |