Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(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
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released May 2017

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm T500 versus Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T500 was released 5 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm T500 grades against the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Ricoh WG-50
Fujifilm T500 | WG-50 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Fujifilm T500
WG-50 | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 53 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Ricoh WG-50
Fujifilm T500 | WG-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm T500 has got outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm T500 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T500 versus the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T500 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T500 and WG-50.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm T500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T500 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | On, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | - | 300 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $280 |