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FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix AV255
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Released September 2014
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

The following is a thorough assessment of the FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was announced 4 years prior to the WG-M1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the AV250 scores against the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 AV250 WG-M1 
Display sizing2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the FujiFilm AV250

 WG-M1 AV250 
ReleasedSeptember 2014January 2011Newer by 44 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Ricoh WG-M1

 AV250 WG-M1 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the AV250 and the WG-M1.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and WG-M1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm AV250 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged AV250 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography factors
29
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
29
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography features
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
52
weather sealing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery power (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
37
good resolution (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
great battery power (350 CIPA)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
62
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
bad battery power (180 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
64
great battery power (350 shots)
weather sealing
good resolution (14MP)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography info
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
bad battery power (180 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
35
good resolution (14MP)
weather sealing
great battery power (350 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging advice
25
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
26
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
does not have mic jack
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Ricoh WG-M1
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Ricoh
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Ricoh WG-M1
Otherwise known as FinePix AV255 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-01-05 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 800
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) (1×)
Maximal aperture - f/2.8
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 1.5 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s -
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s -
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 190 grams (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 photos 350 photos
Battery format AA Battery Pack
Battery model - DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $160 $2,000