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Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4

Portability
93
Imaging
41
Features
35
Overall
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Fujifilm XP80 front
 
Ricoh CX4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
34
Overall
34

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2015
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP70
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP90
Ricoh CX4
(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
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was announced 4 years later than the CX4 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up vs the CX4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Ricoh CX4

 Fujifilm XP80 CX4 
ReleasedJanuary 2015August 2010More recent by 54 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Fujifilm XP80

 CX4 Fujifilm XP80 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k460kCrisper screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP80 and Ricoh CX4

 Fujifilm XP80 CX4 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP80 offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP80 vs 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 differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 against the CX4.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP80 and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and CX4.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm XP80 to provide extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP80 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh CX4 as a Portrait photography camera
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good resolution (16MP)
provides face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
27
has manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Street photography advice
Ricoh CX4 Street photography advice
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (205g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh CX4 Sports photography highlights
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
provides tracking focus
weather proof
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (210 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Travel photography features
Ricoh CX4 Travel photography features
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weather proof
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (210 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
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lighter than average (205g)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
long reach (300mm)
low megapixels (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh CX4 as a Landscape photography camera
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quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery pack (210 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse mode
42
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh CX4 as a Vlogging camera
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quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
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really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (205 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP80 and Ricoh CX4
 Fujifilm XP80Ricoh CX4
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm XP80 Ricoh CX4
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2015-01-14 2010-08-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 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 megapixels 10 megapixels
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 6400 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range 9cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 10.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 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 data 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 179 grams (0.39 lbs) 205 grams (0.45 lbs)
Dimensions 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") 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 210 photos -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45S DB-100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $149 $211