Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Older Model is Fujifilm XP60
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched May 2017

Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was manufactured 4 years before the WG-50 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades vs the WG-50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Ricoh WG-50
Fujifilm XP70 | WG-50 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Fujifilm XP70
WG-50 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 41 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Ricoh WG-50
Fujifilm XP70 | WG-50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the WG-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and WG-50.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm XP70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2017-05-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | On, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 210 photographs | 300 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $199 | $280 |