FujiFilm JV200 vs Ricoh WG-20

Lets look closer at the FujiFilm JV200 and Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was released 4 years before the WG-20 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the JV200 grades against the WG-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JV200 and Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the JV200 against the WG-20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JV200 and WG-20 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and WG-20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged JV200 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.