Fujifilm S8400W vs Ricoh WG-30

Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm S8400W and Ricoh WG-30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was launched 18 months earlier than the WG-30 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up against the WG-30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8400W has got external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8400W and Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W and the WG-30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and WG-30 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and WG-30.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S8400W is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.