FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JX300 was launched 4 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the JX300 matches up against the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
JX300 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the FujiFilm JX300
WG-4 GPS | JX300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
JX300 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 provides external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the JX300 compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and WG-4 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and WG-4 GPS.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Alternate name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 235g (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 shots | 240 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $210 |