Fujifilm JZ100 vs Ricoh WG-50

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was brought out 6 years before the WG-50 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades against the WG-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-50.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JZ100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.