Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Announced January 2012
- Older Model is FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Later Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released February 2014

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and WG-4 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was unveiled 3 years prior to the WG-4 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades versus the WG-4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR and Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Ricoh WG-4
Fujifilm HS30EXR | WG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
WG-4 | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Ricoh WG-4
Fujifilm HS30EXR | WG-4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS30EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") having a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Ricoh WG-4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR against the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and WG-4 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and WG-4.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF simpler. The more aged Fujifilm HS30EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Ricoh WG-4 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 687g (1.51 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" 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 | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $430 | $330 |