Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh CX6

Here is a complete overview of the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh CX6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is pretty similar but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and CX6 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The MX-1 was launched 20 months later than the CX6 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the MX-1 matches up against the CX6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax MX-1 & Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax MX-1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the MX-1 against the CX6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and CX6 is 84 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the MX-1 and CX6.

As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The MX-1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax MX-1 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher MX-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.