Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh CX6
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
Panasonic ZS45
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS40
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS50
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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Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS45 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS45 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS45 matches up vs the CX6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Ricoh CX6
| ZS45 | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | November 2011 | More modern by 39 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Panasonic ZS45
| CX6 | ZS45 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 1040k | Clearer screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS45 and Ricoh CX6
| ZS45 | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS45 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ZS45 and the CX6.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS45 and CX6 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and CX6.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to offer you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer ZS45 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic ZS45 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh CX6 Portrait photography factors
good MP (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Panasonic ZS45 Street photography factors
Ricoh CX6 Street photography factors
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (249 grams)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (201g)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Ricoh CX6 as a Sports photography camera
incredible zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
includes tracking focus
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Panasonic ZS45 Travel photography features
Ricoh CX6 Travel photography features
good battery pack (350 per charge)
lighter than competition (249g)
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
long zoom (480mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lighter than average (201g)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
very long reach (300mm)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Panasonic ZS45 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh CX6 Landscape photography highlights
decently wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
good battery pack (350 per charge)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
manual focus
really wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Panasonic ZS45 Vlogging features
Ricoh CX6 Vlogging features
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (249 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
missing microphone port
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (201 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Ricoh CX6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Ricoh CX6 |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ57 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2011-11-15 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 21 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) | 201 grams (0.44 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | 350 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $300 | $595 |
