FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- Introduced June 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix JZ505
(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
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was revealed 8 years earlier than the G900 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the JZ500 grades versus the G900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Ricoh G900. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Ricoh G900
JZ500 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the FujiFilm JZ500
G900 | JZ500 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 93 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh G900
JZ500 | G900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 vs the G900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and G900 is 93 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and G900.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh G900 to show greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Ricoh G900 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
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 modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical 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 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $230 | $752 |