Fujifilm X-T2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-T2 and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X-T2 was introduced in July 2016 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS was introduced in February 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-T2 Highlights

      • 24.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS III Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 200 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 325 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 1,000k dot Tilting Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 14.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 125 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.5 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X-T2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      •   Video Capture
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.5 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-T2

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-T2 over Ricoh WG-4 GPS.

      Fujifilm X-T2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 24.3 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 vs 4608 x 3456
      RAW Support vs
      More Focus Points 325 vs 9
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,000k dot vs 460k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 14.0 fps vs 1.5 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 vs 1920 x 1080
      Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Longer Battery Life 340 shots vs 240 shots
      More Storage Slots 2 vs 1

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      Advantage of Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Ricoh WG-4 GPS over Fujifilm X-T2.

      Fujifilm X-T2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
      Cheaper $1599 (body only), $1899 (w/18-55mm) vs $379.95/£329.99
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 125
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
      Image Stabilization vs
      Built-in Flash vs
      Built-in GPS vs
      Water Proof vs
      Shock Proof vs
      Crush Proof vs
      Freeze Proof vs
      Lighter 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz) vs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 70 MB

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X-T2 Ricoh WG-4 GPS
        Video Capture
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        HDMI Output Micro Micro
        Environmental Sealing
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-T2 Ricoh WG-4 GPS
        High Native ISO200125
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        Short Battery Life340 shots240 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-T2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS have 3.0" screens with 1,000k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X-T2 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Ricoh WG-4 GPS has a Fixed screen

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      Fujifilm X-T2 with Tilting screen


      Electronic Viewfinder on Fujifilm X-T2

      Fujifilm X-T2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 1.16x (0.77x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Ricoh WG-4 GPS.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T2 features a 24.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS III sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Ricoh WG-4 GPS features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 125 - 6,400.

      Fujifilm X-T2 has CMOS X-TRANS III sensor

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-T2 is equipped with X-Processor Pro2 processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3:2 (4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000), 16:9 (6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2384, 3008 x 1688), 1:1 (4000 x 4000, 2832 x 2832, 2000 x 2000) with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Ricoh WG-4 GPS can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2592 x 1464, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-T2

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-T2. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

      Image Stabilization on Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS on Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-T2

      Fujifilm X-T2 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X-T2 has a Micro HDMI and Ricoh WG-4 GPS has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-T2 comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 340 shots and Ricoh WG-4 GPS comes with D-LI92 battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-T2 has Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) card slots. Ricoh WG-4 GPS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm X-T2 has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/8000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-T2, and up to 1/4000 sec on Ricoh WG-4 GPS. Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot continuously up to 14.0 fps. Ricoh WG-4 GPS can shoot continuously up to 1.5 fps.


      Flash

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS has a built-in flash with maximum range of 10.00 m Auto ISO. Fujifilm X-T2 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe or PC Terminal. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Fujifilm X-T2.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-T2 body has dimensions of 133 x 92 x 49 mm (5.24 x 3.62 x 1.93") and Ricoh WG-4 GPS body has dimensions of 124 x 64 x 33 mm (4.88 x 2.52 x 1.3"). Fujifilm X-T2 weighs 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz) and Ricoh WG-4 GPS weighs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz).

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      133 mm

      92 mm

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      124 mm

      64 mm

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      49 mm

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      33 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-T2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      Fujifilm X-T2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      79
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      76
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      72
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      71
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.5 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.5 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      81
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      71
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      83
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-T2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS and give them scores of 74 and 63 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      OVERALL
      74
      OVERALL
      63

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      70
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      70
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.5 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      POOR
      48
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      84
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      71
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      73
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Ricoh WG-4 GPS

      GOOD
      72
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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