Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4
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92 Imaging
33 Features
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced November 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-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was brought out 9 months earlier than the CX4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-FC150 scores against the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Ricoh CX4
EX-FC150 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Casio EX-FC150
CX4 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 9 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh CX4
EX-FC150 | CX4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC150 features physical measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-FC150 versus the CX4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC150 and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC150 and CX4.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-FC150 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Ricoh CX4 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-11-16 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173g (0.38 lbs) | 205g (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $211 |