FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ505
(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
- Launched August 2010

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was launched 2 months before the CX4 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the JZ500 scores versus the CX4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Ricoh CX4
JZ500 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the FujiFilm JZ500
CX4 | JZ500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh CX4
JZ500 | CX4 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst 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).
Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ500 compared to the CX4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and CX4.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the FujiFilm JZ500 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Ricoh CX4 |
Alternate name | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 205g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $230 | $211 |