Fujifilm XP60 vs Ricoh CX1

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm XP60 and Ricoh CX1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was revealed 4 years later than the CX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm XP60 scores against the CX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 & Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP60 comes with outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP60 and Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 and the CX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP60 and CX1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP60 and CX1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP60 to render greater detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP60 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.