Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX50V

In this article, we are analyzing the Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was manufactured 17 months prior to the HX50V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CX6 scores vs the HX50V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 offers physical 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 HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX6 vs Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the CX6 and the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX6 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and HX50V.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to provide you with more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older CX6 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.