Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-50

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The Fujifilm JX500 was unveiled 6 years prior to the WG-50 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up versus the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 & Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX500 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JX500 vs Ricoh WG-50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 against the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and WG-50.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.