Ricoh CX6 vs Sony S2000

Following is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was released 23 months after the S2000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the CX6 matches up versus the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX6 comes with external measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the CX6 vs the S2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and S2000.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern CX6 will have a benefit in sensor technology.