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FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50

Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 front
 
Ricoh WG-50 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
39
Overall
40

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix JX355
Ricoh WG-50
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched May 2017
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview

Let's look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm JX350 and Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX350 was introduced 7 years prior to the WG-50 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the JX350 grades vs the WG-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Ricoh WG-50

 JX350 WG-50 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the FujiFilm JX350

 WG-50 JX350 
LaunchedMay 2017January 2011More modern by 77 months
Manually focus More accurate focus

Common features in the FujiFilm JX350 and Ricoh WG-50

 JX350 WG-50 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX350 provides outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JX350 and Ricoh WG-50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the JX350 vs the WG-50.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX350 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX350 and WG-50.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged JX350 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-50 Portrait photography features
29
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
41
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has face detection focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JX350
Street photography with Ricoh WG-50
55
lighter than competitors in class (130 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Sports photography info
Ricoh WG-50 Sports photography info
31
megapixel count decent (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
49
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
weather proof
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-50 as a Travel photography camera
65
lighter than competitors in class (130g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
no Timelapse recording
terrible battery life (180 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
71
weather proof
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Landscape photography info
Ricoh WG-50 Landscape photography info
33
really wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
no Timelapse recording
48
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Vlogging factors
Ricoh WG-50 Vlogging factors
28
really wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (130g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone jack
33
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
has face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
missing external mic jack
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX350 and Ricoh WG-50
 FujiFilm FinePix JX350Ricoh WG-50
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JX350 Ricoh WG-50
Otherwise known as FinePix JX355 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-01-05 2017-05-24
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings 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 PCM
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Yes (Wireless)
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130 gr (0.29 pounds) 193 gr (0.43 pounds)
Physical 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 pictures 300 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $200 $280