Fujifilm Z35 vs Ricoh WG-M1

In this article, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Z35 and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z35 was introduced 6 years before the WG-M1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores versus the WG-M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 provides outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 against the WG-M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z35 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and WG-M1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 will be behind in sensor technology.