Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-20

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was manufactured 3 years before the WG-20 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores against the WG-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-20 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 have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the WG-20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-20 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-20.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.