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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ305
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Launched September 2014
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The JZ300 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the JZ300 scores vs the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 JZ300 WG-M1 
Display dimensions2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 WG-M1 JZ300 
LaunchedSeptember 2014February 2010Newer by 56 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh WG-M1

 JZ300 WG-M1 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh WG-M1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 and the WG-M1.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and WG-M1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and WG-M1.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography details
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
53
environment proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography info
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
38
decent megapixels (14MP)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (350 CIPA)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
61
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
very long zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
64
better than average battery life (350 per charge)
environment proofing
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography details
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography details
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
35
decent megapixels (14MP)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (350 CIPA)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have microphone socket
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh WG-M1
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Ricoh
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Ricoh WG-M1
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-02-02 2014-09-12
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 800
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) (1×)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.8
Macro focus range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 1.5"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 115 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.60 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168g (0.37 lb) 190g (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 - 350 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $180 $2,000