Fujifilm S9900w vs Ricoh CX6

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S9900w and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was introduced 3 years after the CX6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up against the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9900w features external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S9900w and Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the CX6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and CX6 is 61 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9900w and CX6.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S9900w to deliver more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9900w provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.