Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W 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
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed October 2014
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh WG-30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Fujifilm Z30 was manufactured 6 years before the WG-30W and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores versus the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Ricoh WG-30W
Fujifilm Z30 | WG-30W |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Fujifilm Z30
WG-30W | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | February 2009 | Fresher by 68 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh WG-30W
Fujifilm Z30 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 offers exterior measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm Z30 and Ricoh WG-30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 versus the WG-30W.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and WG-30W is 96 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and WG-30W.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to deliver greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Ricoh WG-30W |
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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
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 | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 lb) | 194 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical 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 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $150 | $280 |