FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Let's examine more closely at the FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AX350 was announced 4 years before the WG-30W which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the AX350 scores versus the WG-30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Ricoh WG-30W
AX350 | WG-30W |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the FujiFilm AX350
WG-30W | AX350 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 45 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-30W
AX350 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the AX350 vs the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and WG-30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and WG-30W.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged AX350 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
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 | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) |
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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $280 |