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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Ricoh WG-20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
36
Overall
36

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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 June 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix JZ505
Ricoh WG-20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was revealed 4 years before the WG-20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the JZ500 matches up against the WG-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Ricoh WG-20

 JZ500 WG-20 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 WG-20 JZ500 
IntroducedFebruary 2014June 2010More recent by 44 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh WG-20

 JZ500 WG-20 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys outer 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-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ500 versus the WG-20.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and WG-20 is 93 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and WG-20.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh WG-20 Portrait photography highlights
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
39
manual focus
good MP (14 megapixels)
supports face detection focusing
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography information
Ricoh WG-20 Street photography information
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography details
Ricoh WG-20 Sports photography details
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
43
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-20
67
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
no Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
71
weather proof
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-20
37
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
46
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (14 megapixels)
weather proof
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-20 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic jack
30
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh WG-20
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Ricoh WG-20
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Ricoh
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Ricoh WG-20
Also called FinePix JZ505 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-06-16 2014-02-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type 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 distance 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m 4.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 164 gr (0.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 - 260 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $230 $370