Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2010

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was unveiled 19 months prior to the CX4 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-FC100 scores vs the CX4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Ricoh CX4
EX-FC100 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Casio EX-FC100
CX4 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 19 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh CX4
EX-FC100 | CX4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the CX4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and CX4.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh CX4 to resolve more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Ricoh CX4 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
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 | 9MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lbs) | 205g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 ID | NP-40 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $300 | $211 |