Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Old Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP50
(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
- Revealed May 2017

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 6 years prior to the WG-50 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades vs the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Ricoh WG-50
Fujifilm XP30 | WG-50 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Fujifilm XP30
WG-50 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 70 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-50
Fujifilm XP30 | WG-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the WG-50.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-50.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2017-05-24 |
Body design | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 300 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $240 | $280 |