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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-8

Rugged waterproof compact with 20MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 5x 28-140mm equivalent zoom, 4K video, GPS, and macro lights.

$399

Launch price

Released Jul 2024

WG-8 is 4.4 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

Wins

2categories

WG-8

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100V wins 4 categories·WG-8 wins 1 categories
  • AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 9)
  • AX100V has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
  • BWG-8 has lower Weight (242 g vs 478 g)
  • AX100V has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
  • AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 20 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VWG-8
Resolution26.1 MP20 MP
SensorAPS-C1/2.3 inch
ISO max12,8006,400
Burst30 fps
4K30 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight478 g242 g
Battery350 shots340 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-8

118 × 66 × 33 mm

242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz)

X100V is 10mm wider, 9mm taller, and 20mm thicker than WG-8.

X100V is 236 g heavier than WG-8.

Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 33mm WG-8

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-8
Portrait
5.5Fair✓ wins
1.0Limited
Sports & Action
7.0Good✓ wins
1.5Limited
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
3.0Limited✓ wins
1.5Limited
Travel
7.0Good✓ wins
5.5Fair
Wildlife
6.5Good✓ wins
1.5Limited
Vlogging
5.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited

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 6,400 — 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-8

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face, Pet

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 118.2, 65.5, 33.1

  • Card types

    Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC

  • Weight

    242 g vs 478 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    125 vs 160 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • 4K max frame rateBoth 30 fps
  • 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-8

Pros

  • Waterproof and dustproof
  • 4K video
  • GPS and compass
  • Macro stand included

Cons

  • Small sensor
  • Limited manual control
  • No RAW focus

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100V
WG-8
Resolution
26.1 MP+31%
20 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-8
Aperture
f/2.0
F3.5-F5.5
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
28-140 mm
X100V
WG-8
Processor
X-Processor 4
Image processor
X100V
WG-8
ISO min (native)
160
125−35 less
ISO max (native)
12,800+1 stop
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
6,400
X100V
WG-8
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-8?

X100V scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-8 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.

What's the resolution difference between the X100V and WG-8?

X100V is 26.1 MP and WG-8 is 20 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the X100V and WG-8?

X100V does not have IBIS, while WG-8 does not have IBIS.

What's the weight difference between the X100V and WG-8?

X100V weighs 478 g and WG-8 weighs 242 g, so the WG-8 is 236 g lighter.

Do the X100V and WG-8 record 4K video?

X100V: 4K up to 30p. WG-8: 4K up to 30p.

Are the X100V and WG-8 weather sealed?

X100V: Yes. WG-8: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 340 shots for the WG-8, giving the X100V the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100V launched at $1,399 and WG-8 at $399. The WG-8 is $1,000 less.

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