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Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Fujifilm XP90 front
 
Ricoh WG-30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs

Fujifilm XP90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm XP80
Ricoh WG-30W
(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
  • Released October 2014
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was brought out 16 months after the WG-30W which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP90 matches up versus the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Ricoh WG-30W

 Fujifilm XP90 WG-30W 
ReleasedJanuary 2016October 2014Newer by 16 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Fujifilm XP90

 WG-30W Fujifilm XP90 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Ricoh WG-30W

 Fujifilm XP90 WG-30W 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP90 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 vs the WG-30W.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-30W.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm XP90 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography factors
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
resolution is good (16MP)
provides face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-30W as a Street photography camera
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm XP90
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-30W
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low battery pack (210 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
45
has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16MP)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Travel photography features
Ricoh WG-30W Travel photography features
67
environment proofing
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
low battery pack (210 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.9)
71
environment proof
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh WG-30W Landscape photography advice
45
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low battery pack (210 CIPA)
43
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment proof
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Vlogging info
Ricoh WG-30W Vlogging info
33
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic jack
33
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no mic support
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP90 and Ricoh WG-30W
 Fujifilm XP90Ricoh WG-30W
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm XP90 Ricoh WG-30W
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2016-01-15 2014-10-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 9cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 203 grams (0.45 lb) 194 grams (0.43 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 210 photos 300 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45S D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $180 $280