Fujifilm S8200 vs Ricoh CX2

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S8200 vs Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was released 3 years after the CX2 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores versus the CX2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 has physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8200 vs Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 compared to the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and CX2 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and CX2.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8200 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8200 will have an edge in sensor tech.