Fujifilm S8200 vs Ricoh CX4

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was brought out 2 years after the CX4 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up versus the CX4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8200 comes with outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Ricoh CX4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the CX4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and CX4 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8200 and CX4.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm S8200 to give extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8200 provides an advantage in sensor technology.