Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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

Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm S9200 and Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9200 was launched 9 months earlier than the WG-30W and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S9200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S9200 scores against the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 & Ricoh WG-30W. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9200 over the Ricoh WG-30W
Fujifilm S9200 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Fujifilm S9200
WG-30W | Fujifilm S9200 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 9 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9200 and Ricoh WG-30W
Fujifilm S9200 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9200 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S9200 and Ricoh WG-30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 and the WG-30W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9200 and WG-30W is 61 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9200 and WG-30W.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files though you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S9200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S9200 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9200 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S9200 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photos | 300 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $280 |