Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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 JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm JX500 and Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX500 was brought out 3 years earlier than the WG-30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores versus the WG-30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Ricoh WG-30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm JX500 | WG-30 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Fujifilm JX500
WG-30 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 33 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm JX500 | WG-30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX500 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm JX500 and Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 against the WG-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and WG-30 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and WG-30.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-30 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $90 | $428 |