Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh CX5

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh CX5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was announced 24 months before the CX5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades versus the CX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh CX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the CX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and CX5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and CX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.