Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The CX6 was launched 19 months prior to the Galaxy NX which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the CX6 scores versus the Galaxy NX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX6 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the CX6 and the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX6 and Galaxy NX is 92 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and Galaxy NX.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CX6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy NX will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX6 will be behind in sensor innovation.