Fujifilm XP130 vs Ricoh WG-30

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm XP130 vs Ricoh WG-30, both Waterproof cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was unveiled 3 years later than the WG-30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP130 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP130 scores against the WG-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 and Ricoh WG-30. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP130 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP130 vs Ricoh WG-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 against the WG-30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP130 and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP130 and WG-30.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm XP130 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.