Fujifilm S1 vs Ricoh WG-70

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm S1 versus Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was released 7 years prior to the WG-70 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S1 grades vs the WG-70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 has got exterior dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the WG-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1 and WG-70 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S1 and WG-70.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.