Panasonic G9 vs Ricoh CX6

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic G9 vs Ricoh CX6, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and CX6 (10MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and CX6 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was launched 6 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G9 matches up against the CX6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 has got outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 compared to the CX6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and CX6 is 62 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and CX6.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G9 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G9 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent G9 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.