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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR front
 
Ricoh CX4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
33
Features
34
Overall
33

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs

FujiFilm F300EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix F305EXR
Ricoh CX4
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released August 2010
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very close but the F300EXR (1/2") and CX4 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The F300EXR was unveiled at a similar time to the CX4 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the F300EXR matches up against the CX4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Ricoh CX4

 F300EXR CX4 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the FujiFilm F300EXR

 CX4 F300EXR 
Focus manually More precise focus
Display resolution920k460kSharper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Ricoh CX4

 F300EXR CX4 
ReleasedJuly 2010August 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm F300EXR has got outside dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has specifications 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 FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the F300EXR versus the CX4.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the F300EXR and CX4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the F300EXR and CX4.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The F300EXR having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the FujiFilm F300EXR will provide you with more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm F300EXR
Portrait photography with Ricoh CX4
21
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2")
has no RAW support
26
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Street photography details
Ricoh CX4 Street photography details
60
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors in class (215g)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2")
has no RAW support
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (205g)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Sports photography features
Ricoh CX4 Sports photography features
34
incredible zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2")
has no phase detect auto focus
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm F300EXR
Travel photography with Ricoh CX4
63
lighter than competitors in class (215g)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
66
lighter than average in class (205 grams)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (300mm)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Landscape photography info
Ricoh CX4 Landscape photography info
38
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
42
focusing manually
rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Vlogging factors
Ricoh CX4 Vlogging factors
30
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors in class (215 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic socket
30
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (205 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm F300EXR and Ricoh CX4
 FujiFilm FinePix F300EXRRicoh CX4
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR Ricoh CX4
Also called as FinePix F305EXR -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-07-21 2010-08-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-360mm (15.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focus range 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.20 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 215 grams (0.47 lb) 205 grams (0.45 lb)
Physical dimensions 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 102 x 59 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 NP-50 DB-100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $280 $211