Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL170

Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung PL170, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was revealed 11 months after the PL170 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the CX6 grades against the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX6 provides physical 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 PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the CX6 and the PL170.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and PL170 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and PL170.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung PL170 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer CX6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.