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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix JV105
Pentax WG-1 GPS
(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
  • Announced August 2011
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm JV100 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was released 18 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the JV100 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 JV100 WG-1 GPS 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the FujiFilm JV100

 WG-1 GPS JV100 
AnnouncedAugust 2011February 2010More recent by 18 months
Manual focus More exact focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Pentax WG-1 GPS

 JV100 WG-1 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV100 provides outside measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JV100 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the JV100 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JV100 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 GPS to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older JV100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
35
you can focus manually
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JV100
Street photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
55
lighter than competition in class (126g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
54
environment proof
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JV100
Sports photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
37
good megapixels (14MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Travel photography details
Pentax WG-1 GPS Travel photography details
56
lighter than competition in class (126g)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
environment proof
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JV100
Landscape photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
23
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
42
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
good megapixels (14MP)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Vlogging details
Pentax WG-1 GPS Vlogging details
25
lighter than competition in class (126g)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
25
relatively wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic socket
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
Otherwise known as FinePix JV105 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2010-02-02 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 grams (0.28 lb) 167 grams (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 260 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $99 $350