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FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
22
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Ricoh WG-80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
35
Overall
39

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JX305
Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.70" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Announced May 2022
  • Older Model is Ricoh WG-70
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JX300 versus Ricoh WG-80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced 12 years prior to the WG-80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the JX300 grades vs the WG-80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Ricoh WG-80

 JX300 WG-80 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the FujiFilm JX300

 WG-80 JX300 
AnnouncedMay 2022January 2011Fresher by 138 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Ricoh WG-80

 JX300 WG-80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.70"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 has external measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the JX300 compared to the WG-80.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and WG-80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and WG-80.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-80 to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older JX300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh WG-80 Portrait photography highlights
28
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
42
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has face detection focusing
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography factors
Ricoh WG-80 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competitors (130 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
55
environment proofing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography details
Ricoh WG-80 Sports photography details
30
decent MP (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery (180 shots)
has no phase detect autofocus
42
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography features
Ricoh WG-80 Travel photography features
65
lighter than competitors (130g)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
not so great battery (180 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
71
environment proofing
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-80 Landscape photography information
32
pretty wide (28mm)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery (180 per charge)
does not have Timelapse recording
44
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.70")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-80 as a Vlogging camera
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors (130g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
31
pretty wide (28mm)
has face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing external microphone socket
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Ricoh WG-80
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Ricoh WG-80
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Ricoh WG-80
Also called FinePix JX305 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2011-01-05 2022-05-19
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 alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.70 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync On, off
Hot shoe
AEB
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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130 grams (0.29 pounds) 193 grams (0.43 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 180 photographs 300 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $110 $300