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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix JV105
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Announced September 2014
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JV100 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was announced 5 years prior to the WG-M1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the JV100 grades against the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 JV100 WG-M1 
Screen dimensions2.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the FujiFilm JV100

 WG-M1 JV100 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014February 2010More modern by 56 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh WG-M1

 JV100 WG-M1 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JV100 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the JV100 compared to the WG-M1.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the JV100 and WG-M1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged JV100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography factors
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
29
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JV100
Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
55
lighter than others (126g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
52
environment proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
37
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
good battery life (350 CIPA)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Travel photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography information
56
lighter than others (126g)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
64
good battery life (350 shots)
environment proofing
decent megapixels (14MP)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography advice
23
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
35
decent megapixels (14MP)
environment proofing
good battery life (350 shots)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV100
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
25
lighter than others (126 grams)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone port
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Ricoh WG-M1
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Ricoh
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Ricoh WG-M1
Otherwise known as FinePix JV105 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-02-02 2014-09-12
Body design 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 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 800
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-111mm (3.0x) (1×)
Max aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/2.8
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 1.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s -
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126g (0.28 lb) 190g (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 - 350 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $99 $2,000