Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V
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Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Released February 2014
- Older Model is Sony HX300

Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Overview
Below, we are matching up the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The CX6 was manufactured 3 years prior to the HX400V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CX6 grades versus the HX400V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Sony HX400V
CX6 | HX400V | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Ricoh CX6
HX400V | CX6 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | November 2011 | Fresher by 27 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Sony HX400V
CX6 | HX400V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh CX6 has external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the CX6 vs the HX400V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and HX400V is 92 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX6 and HX400V.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to offer more detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older CX6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX400V Specifications
Ricoh CX6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh CX6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-11-15 | 2014-02-12 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 660 gr (1.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $595 | $448 |