Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was announced 15 months before the Galaxy Camera making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the CX6 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 comes with outer dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX6 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and Galaxy Camera is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to produce extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older CX6 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.