Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX300

Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh CX6 and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was revealed 15 months earlier than the HX300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the CX6 matches up versus the HX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX6 and Sony HX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the CX6 vs the HX300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the CX6 and HX300 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and HX300.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX300 to produce extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older CX6 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.