Fujifilm XP70 vs Ricoh WG-70

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm XP70 versus Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP70 was introduced 7 years before the WG-70 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades vs the WG-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP70 features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 versus the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and WG-70.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm XP70 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.