Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6
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Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched April 2015
- Older Model is Olympus TG-3
- Successor is Olympus TG-5
(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
- Introduced November 2011

Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-4 was manufactured 3 years later than the CX6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the TG-4 matches up vs the CX6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Ricoh CX6
TG-4 | CX6 | |||
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Introduced | April 2015 | ![]() | November 2011 | More recent by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Olympus TG-4
CX6 | TG-4 | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Ricoh CX6
TG-4 | CX6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 comes with exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-4 compared to the CX6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and CX6 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and CX6.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-4 to result in extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger TG-4 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-4 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Ricoh CX6 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-04-13 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | 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 sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 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 | 380 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $379 | $595 |