Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 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 - 92 x 60 x 21mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced August 2009

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh CX2, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z33WP was released within a month of the CX2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm Z33WP matches up vs the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP & Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Ricoh CX2
Fujifilm Z33WP | CX2 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Fujifilm Z33WP
CX2 | Fujifilm Z33WP | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh CX2
Fujifilm Z33WP | CX2 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z33WP features outside dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh CX2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP against the CX2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and CX2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z33WP and CX2.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm Z33WP to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Ricoh CX2 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
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 diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110g (0.24 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 102 x 58 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-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $197 | $341 |