Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A6100

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A6100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The CX2 was introduced 11 years earlier than the A6100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the CX2 grades against the A6100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the CX2 and the A6100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and A6100 is 93 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and A6100.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX2 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A6100 will give you extra detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.