Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Released Feb 2020
Ricoh
WG-1000
Entry rugged waterproof compact with 16.35MP sensor, 4x 27-108mm equivalent zoom, USB-C, and simple controls.
$229
Released Jun 2024
WG-1000 is 4.3 years newer.
Wins
X100V
Wins
WG-1000
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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
Size and weight, to scale
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
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
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 sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 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- –Superseded by X100VI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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
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.
Do the X100V and WG-1000 have in-body image stabilization?
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.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.