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Fujifilm

X100V

Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.

$1,399

Launch price

Released Feb 2020

vs

Ricoh

WG-1000

Entry rugged waterproof compact with 16.35MP sensor, 4x 27-108mm equivalent zoom, USB-C, and simple controls.

$229

Launch price

Released Jun 2024

WG-1000 is 4.3 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

Wins

2categories

WG-1000

1 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100V wins 3 categories·WG-1000 wins 2 categories
  • AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 9)
  • AX100V has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 3,200)
  • BWG-1000 has lower Weight (220 g vs 478 g)
  • BWG-1000 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 160)
  • AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 16.35 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VWG-1000
Resolution26.1 MP16.35 MP
SensorAPS-C1/2.3 inch
ISO max12,8003,200
Burst30 fps
4K30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight478 g220 g
Battery350 shots300 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100V

128 × 75 × 53 mm

478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

WG-1000

116 × 69 × 51 mm

220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)

X100V is 12mm wider, 6mm taller, and 3mm thicker than WG-1000.

X100V is 258 g heavier than WG-1000.

Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 51mm WG-1000

Sensor size, to scale

X100V

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX100VWG-1000
Portrait
5.5Fair✓ wins
1.0Limited
Sports & Action
7.0Good✓ wins
1.5Limited
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited✓ wins
1.0Limited
Landscape
3.0Limited✓ wins
1.5Limited
Travel
7.0Good✓ wins
5.5Fair
Wildlife
6.5Good✓ wins
1.5Limited
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ wins
2.5Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100V

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • AF points / zones

    425 vs 9 — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    12,800 vs 3,200 — higher is better

  • Eye AF

    Only X100V supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100V supports it

  • Touchscreen

    Only X100V supports it

  • Wi-Fi

    Only X100V supports it

Reasons to choose

WG-1000

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face, Pet

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 116, 68.5, 50.5

  • Card types

    Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC

  • Weight

    220 g vs 478 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 160 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • Weather sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • Card slotsBoth 1

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X100V

Pros

  • Classic design
  • Leaf shutter
  • Film simulations
  • Proven street camera

Cons

  • Superseded by X100VI
  • Fixed lens
  • No IBIS

WG-1000

Pros

  • Waterproof and dustproof
  • USB-C
  • Affordable rugged camera
  • 4x optical zoom

Cons

  • Small sensor
  • Full HD only
  • Basic feature set

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100V
WG-1000
Resolution
26.1 MP+60%
16.35 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
1/2.3" CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.6 mm
1/2.3 inch
AA filter
No
X100V
WG-1000
Aperture
f/2.0
F3.0-F6.6
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
27-108 mm
X100V
WG-1000
Processor
X-Processor 4
Image processor
X100V
WG-1000
ISO min (native)
160
100−60 less
ISO max (native)
12,800+2 stops
3,200
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
3,200
X100V
WG-1000
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, X100V or WG-1000?

X100V scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-1000 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.

What's the resolution difference between the X100V and WG-1000?

X100V is 26.1 MP and WG-1000 is 16.35 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the X100V and WG-1000?

X100V does not have IBIS, while WG-1000 does not have IBIS.

What's the weight difference between the X100V and WG-1000?

X100V weighs 478 g and WG-1000 weighs 220 g, so the WG-1000 is 258 g lighter.

Do the X100V and WG-1000 record 4K video?

X100V: 4K up to 30p. WG-1000: Full HD.

Are the X100V and WG-1000 weather sealed?

X100V: Yes. WG-1000: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 300 shots for the WG-1000, giving the X100V the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100V launched at $1,399 and WG-1000 at $229. The WG-1000 is $1,170 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.