Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x
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Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x 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
- Introduced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe CX6 was announced 10 months later than the DP2x which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX6 matches up vs the DP2x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Sigma DP2x
CX6 | DP2x | |||
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Revealed | November 2011 | February 2011 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Ricoh CX6
DP2x | CX6 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2x
CX6 | DP2x | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX6 has outer dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh CX6 and Sigma DP2x in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX6 against the DP2x.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX6 and DP2x is 92 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX6 and DP2x.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The CX6 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Ricoh CX6 will give you extra detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer CX6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Ricoh CX6 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh CX6 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-11-15 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 41mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $595 | $699 |