Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6
Portability
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92 Imaging
35 Features
37 Overall
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Portability
92 Imaging
33 Features
38 Overall
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92 Imaging
33 Features
38 Overall
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
Panasonic ZS15
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced June 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- New Model is Panasonic ZS20
Ricoh CX6
(Full Review)
(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
- Launched November 2011
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ZS15 scores versus the CX6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Ricoh CX6
| ZS15 | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2012 |  | November 2011 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Panasonic ZS15
| CX6 | ZS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS15 and Ricoh CX6
| ZS15 | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS15 has outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS15 against the CX6.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and CX6 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS15 and CX6.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS15 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger ZS15 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic ZS15 Portrait photography information
Ricoh CX6 Portrait photography information
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
focusing manually
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street photography with Ricoh CX6
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (208 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (201g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Panasonic ZS15 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Sports photography camera
incredible zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (260 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (5.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic ZS15 Travel photography factors
Ricoh CX6 Travel photography factors
lighter than competition in class (208 grams)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (384mm)
no Time Lapse mode
terrible battery pack (260 shots)
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
lighter than competitors (201 grams)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
long reach (300mm)
megapixel count low (10MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Panasonic ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Landscape photography camera
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Panasonic ZS15 Vlogging information
Ricoh CX6 Vlogging information
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (208 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
no mic jack
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (201g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Ricoh CX6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Ricoh CX6 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ25 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2012-06-29 | 2011-11-15 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | 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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 1,230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.40 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure 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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 208g (0.46 pounds) | 201g (0.44 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 260 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $279 | $595 |