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FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Ricoh WG-20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
36
Overall
37

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV205
Ricoh WG-20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2014
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm AV200 versus Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was launched 4 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the AV200 grades vs the WG-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Ricoh WG-20

 AV200 WG-20 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the FujiFilm AV200

 WG-20 AV200 
LaunchedFebruary 2014January 2011More recent by 37 months
Focus manually More exact focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Ricoh WG-20

 AV200 WG-20 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the AV200 compared to the WG-20.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and WG-20 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV200 and WG-20.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older AV200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh WG-20 Portrait photography highlights
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
39
has manual focus
decent megapixels (14MP)
offers face detect autofocus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-20 Street photography advice
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV200
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-20
29
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
offers tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
slow fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
44
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV200
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-20
56
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
terrible battery (180 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
71
environment sealing
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AV200
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-20
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
47
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (14MP)
environment sealing
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging factors
Ricoh WG-20 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
30
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone socket
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Ricoh WG-20
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Ricoh WG-20
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Ricoh WG-20
Also called as FinePix AV205 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2014-02-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 lb) 164g (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" 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 180 photos 260 photos
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $0 $370