Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2
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93 Imaging
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 524g - 122 x 81 x 83mm
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2009

Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FH25 and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-FH25 was released 11 months later than the CX2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-FH25 matches up vs the CX2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 & Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Ricoh CX2
EX-FH25 | CX2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Casio EX-FH25
CX2 | EX-FH25 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH25 and Ricoh CX2
EX-FH25 | CX2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FH25 offers external dimensions of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-FH25 and Ricoh CX2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FH25 and the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH25 and CX2 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FH25 and CX2.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-FH25 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-FH25 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH25 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 448 x 336 (30, 120, 240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 524 grams (1.16 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $450 | $341 |