Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Launched February 2014
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Below is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh CX6 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX6 was launched 3 years earlier than the DP2 Quattro and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the CX6 scores against the DP2 Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
| CX6 | DP2 Quattro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 920k | Clearer display (+310k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Ricoh CX6
| DP2 Quattro | CX6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2014 |  | November 2011 | More recent by 27 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
| CX6 | DP2 Quattro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX6 features outside 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) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has proportions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX6 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX6 vs the DP2 Quattro.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX6 and DP2 Quattro is 92 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and DP2 Quattro.
As you have seen, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The CX6 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older CX6 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
| Ricoh CX6 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sigma |
| Model type | Ricoh CX6 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-11-15 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | TRUE III engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5424 x 3616 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 45mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | TFT color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 201g (0.44 lbs) | 395g (0.87 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | DB-100 | BP-51 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $595 | $931 |
