Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2009

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the CX1 (9MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was released at a similar time to the CX1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades vs the CX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Ricoh CX1
Fujifilm S8100fd | CX1 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
CX1 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX1
Fujifilm S8100fd | CX1 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd provides outer dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus the CX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and CX1 is 75 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8100fd and CX1.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S8100fd to show extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 lb) | 180 gr (0.40 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 4 x AA | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $299 |