• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.4 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm XP50 advantages over Ricoh G900

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.43 vs 1.19 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Lighter weight
    175g vs 247g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video

Ricoh G900 advantages over Fujifilm XP50

  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 340 vs 220 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Newer
    5 years vs 13 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    1040k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    20.2 vs 14.4 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Waterproof
    Both provide
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus TG-610

Fujifilm XP50
Olympus TG-610
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $223
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm XP50 vs Olympus TG-610

Ricoh G900
Olympus TG-610
  • $746
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Built-in GPS
  • $223
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compare Ricoh G900 vs Olympus TG-610

Compared to Nikon S1200pj

Fujifilm XP50
Nikon S1200pj
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S1200pj

Ricoh G900
Nikon S1200pj
  • $746
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Built-in GPS
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Ricoh G900 vs Nikon S1200pj

Compared to Nikon AW100

Fujifilm XP50
Nikon AW100
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon AW100

Ricoh G900
Nikon AW100
  • $746
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

Compare Ricoh G900 vs Nikon AW100

Compared to Ricoh WG-30w

Fujifilm XP50
Ricoh WG-30w
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm XP50 vs Ricoh WG-30w

Ricoh G900
Ricoh WG-30w
  • $746
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Newer
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Shoots 1080p video

Compare Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30w

Compared to Ricoh WG-6

Fujifilm XP50
Ricoh WG-6
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight
  • $298
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm XP50 vs Ricoh WG-6

Ricoh G900
Ricoh WG-6
  • $746
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $298
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-6

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