FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Released February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix XP11
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched August 2009

FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Ricoh CX2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The XP10 was brought out 6 months after the CX2 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XP10 matches up vs the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Ricoh CX2
XP10 | CX2 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the FujiFilm XP10
CX2 | XP10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Ricoh CX2
XP10 | CX2 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm XP10 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm XP10 versus Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the XP10 vs the CX2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and CX2 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and CX2.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the FujiFilm XP10 to render more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Ricoh CX2 |
Also Known as | FinePix XP11 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 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 ID | NP-45A | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $175 | $341 |