FujiFilm S2500HD vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Comparison

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FujiFilm S2500HD

12 MP | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD Sensor

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Ricoh GR Digital IV

10 MP | 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) CCD Sensor

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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two cameras with different body types: FujiFilm S2500HD, which was introduced in July 2010 is a Small Sensor Superzoom camera with a 12.0MP 1/2.3-inch sensor whereas Ricoh GR Digital IV, which was introduced in September 2011 is a Small Sensor Compact camera with a 10.0MP 1/1.7-inch sensor. There is 14 months difference between S2500HD and GR Digital IV so we don't expect to see a huge technology difference between these two cameras but it would still give an advantage to younger GR Digital IV, especially in sensor tech.

Here is a brief look at the main features of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV before getting into our more detailed comparison.

FujiFilm S2500HD Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2010-07-06

12MP - 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor

ISO 100 - 1600 ( expands to 3200)

28-504 mm F3.1-5.6 Zoom Lens

Sensor-shift Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

Electronic viewfinder

1 fps continuous shooting

HD - 1280 x 720 video resolution

337g. 110 x 73 x 81 mm

Also known as FinePix S2600HD

Ricoh GR Digital IV Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2011-09-15

10MP - 1/1.7-inch CCD Sensor

ISO 80 - 3200

28 mm f1.90 Prime Lens

Sensor-shift Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

continuous shooting

- 640 x 480 video resolution

190g. 109 x 59 x 33 mm

Replaced Ricoh GR Digital III Compare

Ricoh GR Digital IV was replaced by Ricoh GR. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh GR Digital IV
Ricoh GR vs FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD (FinePix S2600HD)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.

Reasons to choose FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD over Ricoh GR Digital IV

Viewfinder	Electronic vs Optical (Optional)	Better framing and control
Max Sensor Resolution	12 MP vs 10 MP	19% more pixels
Focal Length - Tele	504mm vs 28mm	476 mm longer tele reach
Optical Zoom	18× vs 1×	more flexible focal coverage
Flash Coverage	4.4m vs 3.0m	1.4m longer range
Max Video Resolution	1280 x 720 vs 640 x 480	Higher Resolution Video

Reasons to choose Ricoh GR Digital IV over FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD

External Flash Shoe	Yes vs No	Better for flash photography
RAW Support	Yes vs No	Better image quality
Max ISO	3.200 vs 1.600	100% higher Max ISO
LCD Screen Resolution	1.230k dots vs 230k dots	434% higher resolution screen
Weight	190 g vs 337 g	147 g lighter
Timelapse Recording	Yes vs No	creative shooting
Max Aperture - Wide	1.90 vs 3.10	faster lens at wide
Max Aperture - Tele	1.90 vs 5.60	faster lens at tele
Sensor Pixel Area	4.16µm² vs 2.34µm²	77% larger pixel area
Built-in ND Filter	Yes vs No	Use larger aperture under strong light

Common Strengths of FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV

Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift vs Sensor-shift	Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Built-in Flash	Yes vs Yes	Useful in low-light
Manual Exposure	Yes vs Yes	better exposure control

Common Weaknesses of FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV

Fixed Screen	Fixed Type vs No	No flexible viewing angles
Continuous Shooting	1.0fps vs fps	Slow shooting speeds
Environmental Sealing	No vs No	not suitable for tough conditions
AE Bracketing	No vs No	Not good for multi-exposure HDR

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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Ricoh GR Digital IV: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. FujiFilm S2500HD has external dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.89 x 3.19″) and weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh GR Digital IV has external dimensions of 109 x 59 x 33 mm (4.29 x 2.32 x 1.3″) and weighs 190 g (0.42 lb / 6.70 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV. Ricoh GR Digital IV is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 14mm shorter and 48mm thinner than FujiFilm S2500HD.

Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV.

Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV.

Top View Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV Size

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Ricoh GR Digital IV is significantly lighter (147g ) than the FujiFilm S2500HD which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.

Weight Comparison

Compact Cameras

S2500HD

GR Digital IV

Min

Average

Max

Thickness Comparison

Compact Cameras

S2500HD

GR Digital IV

Min

Average

Max

Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD (FinePix S2600HD) nor Ricoh GR Digital IV provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Ricoh GR Digital IV: Sensor Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD has a 12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Ricoh GR Digital IV has a 10.0MP 1/1.7-inch (7.44 x 5.58 mm ) sized CCD sensor .

Below you can see the S2500HD and GR Digital IV sensor size comparison.

Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV Cameras

As seen above, Ricoh GR Digital IV has a 1.5x Larger sensor area than FujiFilm S2500HD. Larger sensors give photographer more control on the depth of field and blurry background compared to smaller sensor when shot in same focal length and aperture.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Lens Specs Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD features a 28-504 mm F3.1-5.6 18× zoom lens whereas Ricoh GR Digital IV features a 28 mm F1.9 Prime lens.

It is not easy to compare a prime lens with a zoom lens. FujiFilm S2500HD's zoom lens provides a great flexibility compared to Ricoh GR Digital IV's 28mm fixed focal length lens. On the other hand, GR Digital IV's prime lens makes it a specialized camera. You compromise the flexibility of a zoom in order to enjoy the high image quality and unique rendering of this fast lens. On the tele end, FujiFilm S2500HD has 476mm longer reach than the Ricoh GR Digital IV. However, with a max aperture of f1.90, Ricoh GR Digital IV is faster at tele end.

Wide Coverage

DSLR-Like Cameras

S2500HD

GR Digital IV

Widest - Samsung WB2200F

Average

Telezoom

Compact Cameras

S2500HD

GR Digital IV

Longest - Nikon P1000

Average

Max Aperture at Tele

Compact Cameras

S2500HD

GR Digital IV

Fastest - Olympus 1

Average

Max Aperture at Wide

Compact Cameras

S2500HD

GR Digital IV

Fastest - Sony RX10 III

Average

What types of Photography are FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV Good for?

In this section, we rank and compare FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

FujiFilm S2500HD for Portrait Photography

POOR

Ricoh GR Digital IV for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE

Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Optional External Viewfinder
Small 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) sensor
Very Low Resolution Sensor: 10.0MP
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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FujiFilm S2500HD for Street Photography

GOOD

Ricoh GR Digital IV for Street Photography

GOOD

Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Live-view
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Medium sized Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Fast Lens at Wide: f1.90
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Optional External Viewfinder
Small 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) sensor
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FujiFilm S2500HD for Sports Photography

AVERAGE

Ricoh GR Digital IV for Sports Photography

POOR

Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Exposure Mode
504 mm Tele Lens
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Manual Focus Mode
Slow Continuous Shooting: 1.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
28 mm Tele Lens
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FujiFilm S2500HD for Daily Photography

AVERAGE

Ricoh GR Digital IV for Daily Photography

GOOD

18.0X Optical Zoom
Medium size Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
337g
Body Thickness 81mm
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RAW shooting capability
Compact Body
190g
Small 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) sensor
Read the details

FujiFilm S2500HD for Landscape Photography

POOR

Ricoh GR Digital IV for Landscape Photography

POOR

Manual Exposure Mode
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) sensor
Very Low Resolution Sensor: 10.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Ricoh GR Digital IV: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how FujiFilm S2500HD and Ricoh GR Digital IV scores compare:

FujiFilm S2500HD

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #98 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #775 out of 1226 in all Cameras

Ricoh GR Digital IV

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #43 out of 475 in Compact cameras
Ranked #454 out of 1226 in all Cameras

Ricoh GR Digital IV is the clear winner of this comparison. It has a higher Overall Score and beats FujiFilm S2500HD in all criteria.
It has better general image quality, more features, more compact body and offers more value for the money

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs FujiFilm S2500HD Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD	Ricoh GR Digital IV
Brand	FujiFilm	Ricoh
Announced	2010-07-06	2011-09-15
Body Type	SLR-like (bridge)	Compact
Sensor
Type	CCD	CCD
Size	1/2.3-inch	1/1.7-inch
Dimensions	6.17 x 4.55 mm	7.44 x 5.58 mm
Area	28.07mm²	41.52mm²
Megapixels	12 megapixels	10 megapixels
Max Resolution	4000 x 3000	3648 x 2736
Max Native Light sensitivity	1,600 ISO	3,200 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity	3200 ISO	-
Min Native Light sensitivity	100 ISO	80 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points	n/a	n/a
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount	fixed lens	fixed lens
Lens Focal Range	28-504 mm (18×)	28 mm (1×)
Max Aperture	F3.1-5.6	F1.9
Macro Focus Range	2cm	1cm
Screen
Type	Fixed type	Fixed type
Size	3"	3"
Resolution	230k dots	1,230k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder	Electronic	Optical (optional)
Viewfinder Coverage	99%	n/a
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter	1/2000s	1/2000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift	Sensor-shift
Built-in Flash
Flash Range	4.40 m	3.00 m
Max Flash Sync	s	n/a
External Flash
Continuous Shooting	1.0 fps	n/a
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution	1280 x 720	640 x 480
Video Formats	Motion JPEG	Motion JPEG
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity	None	None
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight	337g	190g
Dimensions	110 x 73 x 81mm	109 x 59 x 33mm
Battery Life	n/a	390 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS	None	None
DxO Sensor Scores
	Report a correction	Report a correction