Ricoh CX6 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh CX6 and Ricoh GR Digital IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Ricoh. The resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is relatively well matched but the CX6 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The CX6 was manufactured 3 months later than the GR Digital IV so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the CX6 grades against the GR Digital IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX6 features outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh CX6 and Ricoh GR Digital IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the CX6 against the GR Digital IV.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and GR Digital IV is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and GR Digital IV.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The CX6 has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging.