Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed October 2014

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX370 was launched 4 years prior to the WG-30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up versus the WG-30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 & Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm JX370 | WG-30 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Fujifilm JX370
WG-30 | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm JX370 | WG-30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX370 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 versus the WG-30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX370 and WG-30 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX370 and WG-30.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX370 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-11 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 190 pictures | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $159 | $428 |