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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Ricoh G900
Fujifilm Z30 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Fujifilm Z30
G900 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 109 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh G900
Fujifilm Z30 | G900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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.

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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh G900 | |
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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 |