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FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Ricoh WG-50 front
Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
39
Overall
40

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV205
Ricoh WG-50
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Announced May 2017
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview

Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the WG-50 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the AV200 grades vs the WG-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Ricoh WG-50

 AV200 WG-50 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the FujiFilm AV200

 WG-50 AV200 
AnnouncedMay 2017January 2011Newer by 77 months
Manual focus More accurate focus

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Ricoh WG-50

 AV200 WG-50 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV200 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the AV200 and the WG-50.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and WG-50.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-50 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged AV200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AV200
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-50
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
42
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography info
Ricoh WG-50 Street photography info
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-50 as a Sports photography camera
29
good MP (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
49
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV200
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-50
56
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
71
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh WG-50 Landscape photography advice
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse mode
48
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
weather proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm AV200
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-50
22
wide angle not good (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic socket
33
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
missing mic socket
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Ricoh WG-50
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Ricoh WG-50
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Ricoh WG-50
Also called as FinePix AV205 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-01-05 2017-05-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
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)
Highest aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync On, off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Yes (Wireless)
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 193g (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 180 photos 300 photos
Battery type AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $0 $280