Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6
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Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011
(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 VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Olympus VG-145 and Ricoh CX6, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the VG-145 (14MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe VG-145 was introduced 3 months prior to the CX6 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the VG-145 grades versus the CX6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Ricoh CX6
VG-145 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Olympus VG-145
CX6 | VG-145 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Ricoh CX6
VG-145 | CX6 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | November 2011 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus VG-145 features outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VG-145 and Ricoh CX6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the VG-145 and the CX6.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and CX6 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and CX6.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus VG-145 to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively.
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Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus VG-145 | Ricoh CX6 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 201g (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" 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 life | 160 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $595 |