Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was launched 12 months later than the WG-4 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP80 scores against the WG-4 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP80 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP80 provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and WG-4 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP80 and WG-4 GPS.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm XP80 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.