Fujifilm S1 vs Ricoh CX3

Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm S1 versus Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was released 3 years later than the CX3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S1 grades vs the CX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 has got outside measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S1 versus Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S1 versus the CX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and CX3 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and CX3.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S1 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S1 should have an edge in sensor tech.