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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Olympus TG-830 iHS front
 
Ricoh CX6 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
38
Overall
35

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs

Olympus TG-830 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
  • Released January 2013
Ricoh CX6
(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
  • Introduced November 2011
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was revealed 14 months later than the CX6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-830 iHS matches up against the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Ricoh CX6

 TG-830 iHS CX6 
IntroducedJanuary 2013November 2011More recent by 14 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS

 CX6 TG-830 iHS 
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen resolution1230k460kClearer screen (+770k dot)

Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Ricoh CX6

 TG-830 iHS CX6 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has exterior dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the CX6.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and CX6 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and CX6.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to resolve more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-830 iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Portrait photography with Ricoh CX6
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sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
you can focus manually
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS as a Street photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (201g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Sports photography information
Ricoh CX6 Sports photography information
48
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
27
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (5.0 frames/s)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Travel photography camera
67
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
66
lighter than others in class (201g)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
very long reach (300mm)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Landscape photography with Ricoh CX6
45
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
45
you can focus manually
rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Vlogging information
Ricoh CX6 Vlogging information
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rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
30
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (201 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic socket
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Ricoh CX6
 Olympus TG-830 iHSRicoh CX6
General Information
Brand Olympus Ricoh
Model type Olympus TG-830 iHS Ricoh CX6
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-08 2011-11-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CMOS 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 16 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 214g (0.47 lbs) 201g (0.44 lbs)
Physical dimensions 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 300 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-50B DB-100
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $0 $595