Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2009
(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
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z30 was launched 6 years prior to the WG-30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up versus the WG-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm Z30 | WG-30 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Fujifilm Z30
WG-30 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 68 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm Z30 | WG-30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z30 has got exterior dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs the WG-30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z30 and WG-30 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and WG-30.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 will be behind in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 gr (0.24 lb) | 192 gr (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $150 | $428 |