Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Released January 2013
(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

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus XZ-10 and Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The XZ-10 was unveiled 2 years later than the CX4 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the XZ-10 matches up vs the CX4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Ricoh CX4
XZ-10 | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | More recent by 30 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Olympus XZ-10
CX4 | XZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Ricoh CX4
XZ-10 | CX4 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-10 features outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Olympus XZ-10 and Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the XZ-10 and the CX4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and CX4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and CX4.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus XZ-10 to render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher XZ-10 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Ricoh CX4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-30 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 35 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 221 grams (0.49 lb) | 205 grams (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-50B | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $428 | $211 |