FujiFilm HS10 vs Ricoh CX2

Below, we are analyzing the FujiFilm HS10 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the HS10 (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HS10 was brought out 11 months after the CX2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm HS10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HS10 scores against the CX2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS10 provides outside dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") having a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm HS10 versus Ricoh CX2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the HS10 versus the CX2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HS10 and CX2 is 60 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS10 and CX2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm HS10 to give you more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern HS10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.