FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Here, we are matching up the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-30W which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the JZ300 matches up versus the WG-30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Ricoh WG-30W
JZ300 | WG-30W |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the FujiFilm JZ300
WG-30W | JZ300 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 57 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh WG-30W
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Ricoh WG-30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the JZ300 and the WG-30W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and WG-30W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-30W to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $180 | $280 |