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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Ricoh CX4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
33
Features
34
Overall
33

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z33WP
(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
Ricoh CX4
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
  • Introduced August 2010
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm Z33WP versus Ricoh CX4, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was brought out 13 months before the CX4 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z33WP scores versus the CX4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Ricoh CX4

 Fujifilm Z33WP CX4 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 CX4 Fujifilm Z33WP 
IntroducedAugust 2010July 2009More modern by 13 months
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh CX4

 Fujifilm Z33WP CX4 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z33WP provides outside measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z33WP versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP and the CX4.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z33WP and CX4 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z33WP and CX4.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Portrait photography factors
Ricoh CX4 Portrait photography factors
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
26
manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Street photography with Ricoh CX4
60
weather proof
lighter than average (110 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (205g)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography highlights
Ricoh CX4 Sports photography highlights
23
weather proof
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh CX4 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than average (110g)
weather proof
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
66
lighter than others (205g)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great reach (300mm)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh CX4 as a Landscape photography camera
26
weather proof
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
42
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging info
Ricoh CX4 Vlogging info
25
lighter than average (110 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic support
30
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (205 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh CX4
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPRicoh CX4
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Ricoh CX4
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-07-01 2010-08-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range 8cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 4.00 m
Flash modes 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)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 grams (0.24 lb) 205 grams (0.45 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 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
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $197 $211