Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-6

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was introduced 3 years before the WG-6 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XP90 scores against the WG-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XP90 and Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP90 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the WG-6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-6 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-6.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.