Fujifilm SL1000 vs Ricoh CX2

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm SL1000 and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was unveiled 3 years after the CX2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm SL1000 grades against the CX2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL1000 has external measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm SL1000 and Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 compared to the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and CX2 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and CX2.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm SL1000 to produce extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm SL1000 should have an advantage in sensor tech.