Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Below is a in-depth analysis of the Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Ricoh. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe CX1 was announced 10 years earlier than the WG-6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the CX1 matches up against the WG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX1 & Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Ricoh WG-6
| CX1 | WG-6 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Ricoh CX1
| WG-6 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2018 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 109 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 920k | Crisper display (+120k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh WG-6
| CX1 | WG-6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX1 provides outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the CX1 against the WG-6.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and WG-6 is 93 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and WG-6.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to offer you more detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
| Ricoh CX1 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
| Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Ricoh WG-6 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2009-02-19 | 2018-02-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-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 | 9 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash on, flash off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
| GPS | None | Built-in |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lb) | 246 grams (0.54 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| 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 | - | 340 photos |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DB-70 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $299 | $271 |