Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A560

In this article, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A560, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and A560 (14MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The CX6 was unveiled 15 months later than the A560 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the CX6 scores vs the A560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX6 comes with exterior dimensions 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 A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the CX6 vs the A560.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and A560 is 92 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and A560.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX6 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A560 will show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher CX6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.