FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-50

Following is a in depth review of the FujiFilm AV250 and Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was unveiled 7 years prior to the WG-50 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the AV250 matches up against the WG-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 and Ricoh WG-50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the AV250 versus the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and WG-50.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged AV250 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.