Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh CX4
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched August 2010
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm Z30 versus Ricoh CX4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope CameraThe Fujifilm Z30 was launched 18 months earlier than the CX4 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades versus the CX4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Ricoh CX4
| Fujifilm Z30 | CX4 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Fujifilm Z30
| CX4 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2010 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh CX4
| Fujifilm Z30 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z30 has external measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z30 versus Ricoh CX4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs the CX4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and CX4 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and CX4.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh CX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh CX4 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2009-02-17 | 2010-08-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 8cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | 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 | 110 grams (0.24 lb) | 205 grams (0.45 lb) |
| Dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (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 | NP-45 | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $150 | $211 |