FujiFilm F70EXR vs Ricoh CX4

In this write-up, we are reviewing the FujiFilm F70EXR versus Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the F70EXR (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very well matched but the F70EXR (1/2") and CX4 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The F70EXR was released 13 months earlier than the CX4 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the F70EXR matches up versus the CX4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm F70EXR comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm F70EXR versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the F70EXR compared to the CX4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the F70EXR and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the F70EXR and CX4.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The F70EXR uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The older F70EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.