Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6
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Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
(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
- Launched November 2011

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm A100 versus Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A100 was announced 3 years earlier than the CX6 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm A100 matches up vs the CX6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Ricoh CX6
Fujifilm A100 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Fujifilm A100
CX6 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 33 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Ricoh CX6
Fujifilm A100 | CX6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A100 enjoys physical measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm A100 versus Ricoh CX6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm A100 vs the CX6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A100 and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A100 and CX6.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm A100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Ricoh CX6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-04 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lb) | 201 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $0 | $595 |