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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 front
 
Ricoh WG-30 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Ricoh WG-30
(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
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was revealed 3 years before the WG-30 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JZ200 matches up against the WG-30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Ricoh WG-30

 Fujifilm JZ200 WG-30 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Fujifilm JZ200

 WG-30 Fujifilm JZ200 
RevealedOctober 2014January 2012More recent by 33 months

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Ricoh WG-30

 Fujifilm JZ200 WG-30 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ200 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 versus the WG-30.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ200 and WG-30 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ200 and WG-30.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm JZ200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-30
30
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
35
resolution is good (16MP)
features face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Street photography details
Ricoh WG-30 Street photography details
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (135 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-30
40
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
45
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-30
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lighter than competitors (135 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
71
environment proofing
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Landscape photography factors
Ricoh WG-30 Landscape photography factors
43
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
43
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-30 Vlogging advice
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pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (135g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
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quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external mic socket
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ200 and Ricoh WG-30
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ200Ricoh WG-30
General Information
Make FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 Ricoh WG-30
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2012-01-05 2014-10-09
Physical type 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 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-200mm (8.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.60 m 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
External flash
AEB
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 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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 135 gr (0.30 lbs) 192 gr (0.42 lbs)
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 Overall 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 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $0 $428