Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh CX6

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FS25 versus Ricoh CX6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was announced 3 years prior to the CX6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FS25 grades versus the CX6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS25 versus Ricoh CX6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FS25 against the CX6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and CX6.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FS25 to result in greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.