Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Announced February 2015
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-6

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was released 4 years prior to the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores vs the WG-5 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
WG-5 GPS | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR features outside dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus the WG-5 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and WG-5 GPS.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR contains the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult. The older Fujifilm Z1000EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
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 | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 14.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) | 236 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $500 |