FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Announced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Announced February 2018
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was launched 9 years before the WG-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the JZ300 matches up vs the WG-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Ricoh WG-6
JZ300 | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the FujiFilm JZ300
WG-6 | JZ300 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 98 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh WG-6
JZ300 | WG-6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 against the WG-6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and WG-6 is 93 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and WG-6.
As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-6 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be behind in sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Also called as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2018-02-21 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lb) | 246g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 340 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $271 |