FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JV100 versus Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JV100 was unveiled 9 years before the G900 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the JV100 scores vs the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Ricoh G900
JV100 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the FujiFilm JV100
G900 | JV100 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 98 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh G900
JV100 | G900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 has outer dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JV100 versus Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the JV100 compared to the G900.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and G900.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh G900 to result in more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged JV100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Ricoh G900 |
Also called as | FinePix JV105 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | 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 | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 340 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $99 | $752 |