Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2

Here, we are looking at the Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The CX6 was announced 2 years later than the DP2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX6 scores against the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 features outer measurements 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 Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX6 compared to the DP2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and DP2 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and DP2.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX6 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Ricoh CX6 will render more detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer CX6 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.