Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A200

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX6 and Sony A200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the A200 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the CX6 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The CX6 was introduced 3 years after the A200 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CX6 matches up vs the A200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX6 has got physical 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) and the Sony A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the CX6 compared to the A200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and A200 is 92 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and A200.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The CX6 has got the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more modern CX6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.