Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung WB250F

Below is a extended assessment of the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was introduced 13 months before the WB250F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the CX6 matches up against the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 has physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX6 vs the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and WB250F.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB250F to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older CX6 will be behind in sensor tech.