Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched August 2011
(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
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-6

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm JX370 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX370 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores vs the WG-5 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Fujifilm JX370 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Fujifilm JX370
WG-5 GPS | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 42 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Fujifilm JX370 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm JX370 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX370 and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and WG-5 GPS.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX370 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX370 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-11 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 14.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) | 236 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 240 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $159 | $500 |