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FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Ricoh WG-30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(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
Ricoh WG-30W
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Ricoh WG-30W

 AX350 WG-30W 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the FujiFilm AX350

 WG-30W AX350 
AnnouncedOctober 2014January 2011Newer by 45 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-30W

 AX350 WG-30W 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe 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).

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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.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography info
29
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-30W Street photography advice
48
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography advice
Ricoh WG-30W Sports photography advice
30
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
45
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-30W Travel photography factors
56
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
terrible battery (180 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
71
weather sealing
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography factors
Ricoh WG-30W Landscape photography factors
28
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
terrible battery (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse mode
43
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (16MP)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Vlogging factors
Ricoh WG-30W Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
33
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone support
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-30W
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Ricoh WG-30W
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