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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 front
 
Ricoh WG-30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
34
Overall
38

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2012
Ricoh WG-30W
(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
  • 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Announced October 2014
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm JZ200 versus Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-30W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm JZ200 grades against the WG-30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Ricoh WG-30W

 Fujifilm JZ200 WG-30W 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Fujifilm JZ200

 WG-30W Fujifilm JZ200 
AnnouncedOctober 2014January 2012More modern by 33 months

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Ricoh WG-30W

 Fujifilm JZ200 WG-30W 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ200 has outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm JZ200 versus Ricoh WG-30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 compared to the WG-30W.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ200 and WG-30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ200 and WG-30W.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JZ200 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder

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

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Portrait photography advice
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography advice
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
36
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-30W as a Street photography camera
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (135g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-30W as a Sports photography camera
40
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
45
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Travel photography highlights
Ricoh WG-30W Travel photography highlights
68
lighter than competitors (135g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
71
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-30W
43
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
43
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm JZ200
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-30W
31
relatively wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (135 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
33
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic support
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ200 and Ricoh WG-30W
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ200Ricoh WG-30W
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 Ricoh WG-30W
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 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 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection 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)
Maximal aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 135 gr (0.30 lb) 194 gr (0.43 lb)
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 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $0 $280