Clicky

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Ricoh WG-5 GPS front
Portability
90
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
  • Released August 2011
  • Replaced the FujiFilm XP10
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
  • New Model is Ricoh WG-6
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The Fujifilm XP30 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up versus the WG-5 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone
	
	

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

 Fujifilm XP30 WG-5 GPS 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Fujifilm XP30

 WG-5 GPS Fujifilm XP30 
IntroducedFebruary 2015August 2011More recent by 42 months
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS

 Fujifilm XP30 WG-5 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP30 has physical 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) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-5 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-5 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Portrait photography factors
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
41
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP30
Street photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competition (236 grams)
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-5 GPS as a Sports photography camera
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (200 CIPA)
has no phase detect auto focus
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
environment sealing
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (240 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Travel photography factors
65
environment proofing
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
not so great battery life (200 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
69
environment sealing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery power (240 CIPA)
more heavy than competition (236 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm XP30
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
39
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery life (200 shots)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
54
you can focus manually
decently wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
environment sealing
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
terrible battery power (240 CIPA)
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm XP30
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
29
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
34
decently wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
missing external microphone support
more heavy than competition (236 grams)
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Ricoh WG-5 GPS
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2011-08-16 2015-02-10
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 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
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 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 14.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 10.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 grams (0.36 lb) 236 grams (0.52 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3")
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 200 images 240 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $240 $500