Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh CX6

Following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was launched 14 months after the CX6 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades against the CX6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 has outer 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) while the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the CX6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and CX6 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and CX6.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S8500 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8500 will have an edge in sensor innovation.