Ricoh CX6 vs Sony A65

Lets look much closer at the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony A65, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and A65 (24MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The CX6 was announced around the same time to the A65 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the CX6 matches up vs the A65 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 & Sony SLT-A65. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX6 features exterior 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) and the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX6 versus Sony A65 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the CX6 against the A65.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and A65 is 92 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and A65.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The CX6 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony A65 will offer greater detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.