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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Ricoh WG-20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
36
Overall
37

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z33WP
(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 - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Introduced July 2009
Ricoh WG-20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview

Following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and WG-20 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was unveiled 5 years earlier than the WG-20 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm Z33WP grades against the WG-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Ricoh WG-20

 Fujifilm Z33WP WG-20 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 WG-20 Fujifilm Z33WP 
IntroducedFebruary 2014July 2009More modern by 56 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh WG-20

 Fujifilm Z33WP WG-20 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z33WP features physical dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP and the WG-20.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and WG-20 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z33WP and WG-20.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-20 to show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-20
19
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
39
manual focus
megapixel count good (14MP)
offers face detect focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Street photography information
Ricoh WG-20 Street photography information
60
weather sealing
lighter than competition (110g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
62
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography features
Ricoh WG-20 Sports photography features
23
weather sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
44
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-20 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than competition (110g)
weather sealing
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
71
environment proof
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Landscape photography info
Ricoh WG-20 Landscape photography info
26
weather sealing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
47
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
environment proof
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging details
Ricoh WG-20 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competition (110 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
30
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh WG-20
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPRicoh WG-20
General Information
Company FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Ricoh WG-20
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Introduced 2009-07-01 2014-02-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount 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 distance 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.90 m 4.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 110 gr (0.24 lb) 164 gr (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 260 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $197 $370