FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix F305EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the FujiFilm F300EXR versus Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close but the F300EXR (1/2") and WG-20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

The F300EXR was brought out 4 years prior to the WG-20 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the F300EXR scores against the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Ricoh WG-20
F300EXR | WG-20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the FujiFilm F300EXR
WG-20 | F300EXR | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Ricoh WG-20
F300EXR | WG-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm F300EXR enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm F300EXR versus Ricoh WG-20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the F300EXR compared to the WG-20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the F300EXR and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the F300EXR and WG-20.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The F300EXR because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Ricoh WG-20 will result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged F300EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Ricoh WG-20 |
Also referred to as | FinePix F305EXR | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $280 | $370 |