Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4
67 Imaging
35 Features
57 Overall
43
92 Imaging
33 Features
34 Overall
33
Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced April 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ150 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FZ150 was released 21 months after the CX4 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ150 grades vs the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Ricoh CX4
| FZ150 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | April 2012 |  | August 2010 | Newer by 21 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Panasonic FZ150
| CX4 | FZ150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Ricoh CX4
| FZ150 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 has got external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ150 and Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ150 and the CX4.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and CX4 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and CX4.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ150 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger FZ150 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideStreet Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneSports Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsTravel Comparison
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope CameraLandscape Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesVlogging Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms
Panasonic FZ150 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Ricoh CX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Ricoh CX4 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-04-11 | 2010-08-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | 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 aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.50 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 528 grams (1.16 lb) | 205 grams (0.45 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 40 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 132 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 410 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $499 | $211 |