Fujifilm S1 vs Ricoh CX6

Following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm S1 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was revealed 2 years after the CX6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S1 matches up versus the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1 provides external measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 and the CX6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and CX6 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and CX6.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm S1 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.