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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Ricoh CX5 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
35
Overall
34

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix JV105
Ricoh CX5
(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
  • Revealed July 2011
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh CX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The JV100 was introduced 17 months before the CX5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the JV100 grades vs the CX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Ricoh CX5

 JV100 CX5 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the FujiFilm JV100

 CX5 JV100 
RevealedJuly 2011February 2010More recent by 17 months
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh CX5

 JV100 CX5 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh CX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the JV100 versus the CX5.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and CX5 is 96 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and CX5.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm JV100 to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older JV100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JV100
Portrait photography with Ricoh CX5
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
focusing manually
can't use external flash
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh CX5 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition (126 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (205g)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography info
Ricoh CX5 Sports photography info
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV100
Travel photography with Ricoh CX5
56
lighter than competition (126g)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
66
lighter than average (205g)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great reach (300mm)
low MP (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh CX5 Landscape photography advice
23
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse function
45
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh CX5 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition (126g)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic support
30
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (205 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone port
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh CX5
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Ricoh CX5
General Information
Company FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Ricoh CX5
Otherwise known as FinePix JV105 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-02-02 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 grams (0.28 lb) 205 grams (0.45 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-45A DB-100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $99 $399