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FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Ricoh WG-80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
35
Overall
40

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AX355
Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.70" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Released May 2022
  • Superseded the Ricoh WG-70
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview

The following is a comprehensive overview of the FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was introduced 12 years earlier than the WG-80 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AX350 grades against the WG-80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Ricoh WG-80

 AX350 WG-80 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the FujiFilm AX350

 WG-80 AX350 
ReleasedMay 2022January 2011Newer by 138 months
Manually focus Very precise focus

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-80

 AX350 WG-80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.70"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the AX350 versus the WG-80.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and WG-80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and WG-80.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AX350 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AX350
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-80
29
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
43
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography features
Ricoh WG-80 Street photography features
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
55
weather proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography advice
Ricoh WG-80 Sports photography advice
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
43
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography details
Ricoh WG-80 Travel photography details
56
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
71
weather proof
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AX350
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-80
28
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
no Time Lapse recording
44
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
weather proof
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.70 inch)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-80 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
31
rather wide (28mm)
comes with face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have microphone support
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Ricoh WG-80
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Ricoh WG-80
General Information
Company FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Ricoh WG-80
Also Known as FinePix AX355 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2022-05-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
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)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 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 inches 2.70 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options 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 PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, 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 gr (0.37 lb) 193 gr (0.43 lb)
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 All around 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 shots 300 shots
Type of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $0 $300