FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched August 2011

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm AX350 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The AX350 was manufactured 7 months prior to the WG-1 GPS so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the AX350 grades vs the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
AX350 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the FujiFilm AX350
WG-1 GPS | AX350 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
AX350 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has got exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm AX350 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the AX350 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm AX350 to give extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older AX350 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $350 |