Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh CX6

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh CX5 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Ricoh. The resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was launched 3 months prior to the CX6 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the CX5 grades vs the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 & Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX5 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX5 and the CX6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and CX6 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and CX6.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration.