Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1
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Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2009

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm T500 versus Ricoh CX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T500 was launched 3 years after the CX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm T500 matches up versus the CX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T500 & Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Ricoh CX1
Fujifilm T500 | CX1 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Fujifilm T500
CX1 | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Ricoh CX1
Fujifilm T500 | CX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T500 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm T500 versus Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T500 vs the CX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T500 and CX1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T500 and CX1.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm T500 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm T500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | - | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" 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 | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $299 |