Ricoh CX6 vs Sony TX66

Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony TX66, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and TX66 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was released 3 months earlier than the TX66 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the CX6 matches up vs the TX66 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 features outer measurements 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 TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony TX66 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the CX6 against the TX66.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and TX66 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and TX66.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively.