FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2022
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-70

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh WG-80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was launched 13 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the JZ500 matches up vs the WG-80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Ricoh WG-80. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Ricoh WG-80
JZ500 | WG-80 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the FujiFilm JZ500
WG-80 | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | May 2022 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 145 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh WG-80
JZ500 | WG-80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.70" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ500 and Ricoh WG-80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ500 compared to the WG-80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and WG-80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and WG-80.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-80 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Alternative name | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
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 range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.70" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 300 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $230 | $300 |