Fujifilm S4200 vs Ricoh CX6

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S4200 and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was announced 2 months later than the CX6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S4200 scores vs the CX6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4200 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S4200 and Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 versus the CX6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4200 and CX6 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4200 and CX6.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S4200 to show greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.