FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-50

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was released 8 years prior to the WG-50 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the JZ500 grades versus the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 and the WG-50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and WG-50.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-50 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.