Fujifilm JZ100 vs Ricoh WG-6

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the WG-6 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up versus the WG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 & Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ100 features outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs the WG-6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-6 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-6.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to resolve extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JZ100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.