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Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 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
  • Revealed August 2011
  • Previous Model is FujiFilm XP10
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP50
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Released September 2014
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm XP30 versus Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 4 years prior to the WG-M1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up against the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Ricoh WG-M1

		

		

			
 Fujifilm XP30 WG-M1 
Display dimensions2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kCrisper display (+115k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Fujifilm XP30

		

		

			
 WG-M1 Fujifilm XP30 
ReleasedSeptember 2014August 2011Fresher by 37 months
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-M1

		

		

			
 Fujifilm XP30 WG-M1 
Manually focus  No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen  No selfie screen
Touch display  No Touch display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XP30 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the WG-M1.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-M1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should factor the age  of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
	
			Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography info
28
 megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
 lack of manual focus
 no manual mode
 external flash not possible
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
30
 good  resolution (14 megapixels)
 no manual focus
 lack of manual mode
 no external flash support
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm XP30 Street photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography info
62
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 weather proofing
 no articulating screen
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
53
 environment proof
 no moving screen
 lack of image stabilization
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
 low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography information
40
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
 supports tracking autofocus
 weather proofing
 max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 low battery power (200 per charge)
 doesn't have phase detect autofocus
38
 good  resolution (14 megapixels)
 environment proof
 better than average battery power (350 CIPA)
 focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
 no shutter priority
 lack of image stabilization
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm XP30 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography factors
65
 weather proofing
 megapixel count good (14MP)
 has built in flash
 quite wide (28mm)
 does not have Time Lapse function
 low battery power (200 CIPA)
 display is not selfie friendly
 slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
64
 better than average battery power (350 per charge)
 environment proof
 good  resolution (14MP)
 does not have Time Lapse recording
 doesn't feature selfie friendly display
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography advice
39
 quite wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 megapixel count good (14MP)
 weather proofing
 lack of manual focus
 can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7")
 no manual mode
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW files
 low battery power (200 per charge)
 does not have Time Lapse function
35
 good  resolution (14MP)
 environment proof
 better than average battery power (350 per charge)
 no manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
 tiny screen (1.5")
 lack of manual mode
 lack of image stabilization
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 low maximum ISO (800)
 doesn't have RAW files
 does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging features
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging features
29
 quite wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
 display is not selfie friendly
 low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
 does not have external mic support
26
 great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
 doesn't feature selfie friendly display
 lack of image stabilization
 does not have mic jack
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Make FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Ricoh WG-M1
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2011-08-16 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3 and  16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
AF touch    
AF continuous    
Single AF    
AF tracking    
AF selectice    
AF center weighted    
Multi area AF    
Live view AF    
Face detect focusing    
Contract detect focusing    
Phase detect focusing    
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) (1×)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.8
Macro focus range 9cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 1.5 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds -
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Set WB    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range 3.10 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB 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), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input    
Headphone input    
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 165 gr (0.36 lb) 190 gr (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 350 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting    
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $240 $2,000