Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A7S II

In this write-up, we are matching up the Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A7S II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is very similar but the CX6 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The CX6 was announced 4 years earlier than the A7S II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the CX6 matches up vs the A7S II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX6 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX6 comes with outer dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A7S II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the CX6 vs the A7S II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and A7S II is 92 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and A7S II.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CX6 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7S II will offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged CX6 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.