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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6

Portability
75
Imaging
33
Features
26
Overall
30
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
 
Ricoh CX6 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
38
Overall
35

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8100fd
(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
  • Released January 2009
Ricoh CX6
(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
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Overview

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was introduced 3 years earlier than the CX6 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd scores versus the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Ricoh CX6

 Fujifilm S8100fd CX6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 CX6 Fujifilm S8100fd 
LaunchedNovember 2011January 2009Newer by 34 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1230k230kCrisper display (+1000k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX6

 Fujifilm S8100fd CX6 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd provides physical measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs the CX6.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and CX6 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8100fd and CX6.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh CX6 Portrait photography highlights
27
manual focus
cannot use external flash
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
has manual focus
cannot use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography factors
Ricoh CX6 Street photography factors
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (201g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm S8100fd
Sports photography with Ricoh CX6
33
great zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
27
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Travel photography information
Ricoh CX6 Travel photography information
53
flash built-in
fairly wide (27mm)
very long zoom (486mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low MP (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
66
lighter than others in class (201 grams)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
low MP (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Landscape photography camera
35
manual focus
fairly wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
45
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Vlogging features
Ricoh CX6 Vlogging features
24
fairly wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic support
30
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (201g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8100fd and Ricoh CX6
 Fujifilm FinePix S8100fdRicoh CX6
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd Ricoh CX6
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-01-15 2011-11-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 surface 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
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-486mm (18.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 405 gr (0.89 lbs) 201 gr (0.44 lbs)
Dimensions 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" 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-100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $300 $595