FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix S3250
(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
- Introduced August 2010

FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S3200 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the S3200 (14MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S3200 was manufactured 5 months later than the CX4 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S3200 matches up versus the CX4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Ricoh CX4
S3200 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the FujiFilm S3200
CX4 | S3200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Ricoh CX4
S3200 | CX4 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S3200 comes with exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S3200 and Ricoh CX4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S3200 against the CX4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and CX4 is 67 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and CX4.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the FujiFilm S3200 to render extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Ricoh CX4 |
Also called | FinePix S3250 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 205g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $190 | $211 |