Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Ricoh CX2

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Ricoh CX2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and CX2 (9MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and CX2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was unveiled 9 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores vs the CX2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides external measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") along with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R against the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and CX2 is 59 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and CX2.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will produce greater detail having an extra 42 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm GFX 50R provides an advantage in sensor innovation.