FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S1880
(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
- Announced July 2011

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the FujiFilm S1800 and Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1800 was revealed 17 months before the CX5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S1800 scores versus the CX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Ricoh CX5
S1800 | CX5 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the FujiFilm S1800
CX5 | S1800 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Ricoh CX5
S1800 | CX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1800 provides external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 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).
Analyze the FujiFilm S1800 and Ricoh CX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S1800 against the CX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and CX5 is 78 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1800 and CX5.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm S1800 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older S1800 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Ricoh CX5 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 337 grams (0.74 lbs) | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 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 | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $180 | $399 |