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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Introduced February 2009
Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2018
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was revealed 10 years before the G900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades versus the G900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Ricoh G900

 Fujifilm Z30 G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Fujifilm Z30

 G900 Fujifilm Z30 
IntroducedFebruary 2018February 2009More modern by 109 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1040k230kSharper screen (+810k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh G900

 Fujifilm Z30 G900 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z30 comes with external measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the G900.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and G900.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh G900 to show extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Portrait photography camera
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
45
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
offers face detection autofocus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Street photography factors
Ricoh G900 Street photography factors
55
lighter than average (110g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than others (247g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography information
Ricoh G900 Sports photography information
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proof
better than average battery (340 shots)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography details
Ricoh G900 Travel photography details
56
lighter than average (110g)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
70
better than average battery (340 per charge)
environment proof
megapixel count decent (20MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
heavier than others (247 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Landscape photography factors
Ricoh G900 Landscape photography factors
22
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
56
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
environment proof
better than average battery (340 per charge)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm Z30
Vlogging with Ricoh G900
25
lighter than average (110 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic socket
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of external mic port
heavier than others (247g)
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh G900
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Ricoh G900
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Ricoh G900
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-02-17 2018-02-21
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 10 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 3 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Flash on, flash off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 640x480 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110g (0.24 lb) 247g (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
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 - 340 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $150 $752