Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A230

In this article, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX6 and Sony A230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the A230 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the CX6 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The CX6 was released 2 years after the A230 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX6 grades vs the A230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX6 has got 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) whilst the Sony A230 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX6 and Sony A230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the CX6 vs the A230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and A230 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and A230.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The CX6 has got the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The younger CX6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.