Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST6500

Below is a complete review of the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was revealed 10 months later than the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the CX6 matches up versus the ST6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX6 comes with external measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung ST6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the CX6 versus the ST6500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and ST6500 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and ST6500.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST6500 to render extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern CX6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.