Pentax E85 vs Ricoh CX6

On this page, we are contrasting the Pentax E85 vs Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the E85 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The E85 was introduced 3 years earlier than the CX6 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E85 grades vs the CX6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E85 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax E85 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax E85 has got external measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Pentax E85 vs Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the E85 and the CX6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E85 and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E85 and CX6.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax E85 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older E85 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.