Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30
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![Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37/Fujifilm-Z37-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 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
- Introduced October 2014
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Fujifilm Z37 versus Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm Z37 was launched 6 years earlier than the WG-30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up versus the WG-30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm Z37 | WG-30 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Fujifilm Z37
WG-30 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 63 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm Z37 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 offers outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm Z37 versus Ricoh WG-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the WG-30.
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and WG-30 is 95 and 91 respectively.
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and WG-30.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z37-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 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 alias 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 | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal 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 size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
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/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 pounds) | 192g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 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 | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $428 |