FujiFilm F70EXR vs Ricoh WG-30W

Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm F70EXR versus Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the F70EXR (10MP) and WG-30W (16MP) and the F70EXR (1/2") and WG-30W (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The F70EXR was introduced 6 years before the WG-30W and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the F70EXR scores versus the WG-30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm F70EXR features outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm F70EXR versus Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the F70EXR versus the WG-30W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F70EXR and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the F70EXR and WG-30W.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The F70EXR with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh WG-30W will deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older F70EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.