Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6
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92 Imaging
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Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced September 2011
(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
- Announced November 2011

Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the RZ18 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The RZ18 was manufactured 2 months before the CX6 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the RZ18 scores vs the CX6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Ricoh CX6
RZ18 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Pentax RZ18
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Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax RZ18 and Ricoh CX6
RZ18 | CX6 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | November 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ18 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the RZ18 and the CX6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and CX6 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and CX6.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax RZ18 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively.

Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax RZ18 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Pentax Optio RZ18 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio RZ18 | Ricoh CX6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-09-12 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 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 | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lbs) | 201g (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-LI92 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $210 | $595 |