FujiFilm S2800HD vs Ricoh WG-50

Here is a extensive review of the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Ricoh WG-50, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was manufactured 8 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S2800HD grades versus the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S2800HD against the WG-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2800HD and WG-50 is 75 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and WG-50.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-50 to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older S2800HD is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.