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Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Ricoh WG-70 front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
41

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs

Fujifilm T550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Released January 2013
Ricoh WG-70
(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
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Released February 2020
  • Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80
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Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview

Below is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm T550 and Ricoh WG-70, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was revealed 8 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 scores vs the WG-70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Ricoh WG-70

 Fujifilm T550 WG-70 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Fujifilm T550

 WG-70 Fujifilm T550 
ReleasedFebruary 2020January 2013More recent by 86 months
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Ricoh WG-70

 Fujifilm T550 WG-70 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Fujifilm T550 and Ricoh WG-70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T550 compared to the WG-70.

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and WG-70.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm T550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Portrait photography details
Ricoh WG-70 Portrait photography details
34
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
42
focusing manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focusing
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-70 Street photography advice
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (136g)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Sports photography info
Ricoh WG-70 Sports photography info
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
50
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
weather sealing
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm T550
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-70
75
lighter than competition (136 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
71
weather sealing
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography info
Ricoh WG-70 Landscape photography info
47
really wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
49
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (16MP)
weather sealing
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm T550
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-70
35
really wide (24mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than competition (136 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
33
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Ricoh WG-70
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Ricoh WG-70
General Information
Make FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T550 Ricoh WG-70
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2013-01-07 2020-02-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface 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 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect 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)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings - On, off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 136 gr (0.30 pounds) 193 gr (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 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $160 $280