Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma fp L

Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and fp L (61MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The CX6 was unveiled 10 years prior to the fp L which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the CX6 grades versus the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX6 vs Sigma fp L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the CX6 against the fp L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and fp L is 92 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX6 and fp L.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX6 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sigma fp L will give more detail having an extra 51 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX6 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.