Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2015
(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
- Released August 2010

Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm S9900w versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9900w was revealed 4 years after the CX4 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up versus the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w and Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Ricoh CX4
Fujifilm S9900w | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 54 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Fujifilm S9900w
CX4 | Fujifilm S9900w | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Ricoh CX4
Fujifilm S9900w | CX4 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S9900w offers outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S9900w versus Ricoh CX4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w and the CX4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and CX4 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9900w and CX4.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S9900w to deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9900w is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm S9900w | Ricoh CX4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 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 life | 300 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $719 | $211 |