FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Released November 2011

FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Lets look much closer at the FujiFilm S2950 and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2950 was revealed 10 months before the CX6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S2950 scores vs the CX6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Ricoh CX6
S2950 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the FujiFilm S2950
CX6 | S2950 | |||
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Released | November 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Ricoh CX6
S2950 | CX6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 has outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the FujiFilm S2950 and Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S2950 versus the CX6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and CX6 is 76 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and CX6.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the FujiFilm S2950 to offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Ricoh CX6 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 437 grams (0.96 lbs) | 201 grams (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 300 shots | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $330 | $595 |