FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm JV100 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JV100 was unveiled 24 months prior to the WG-2 GPS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the JV100 matches up against the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
JV100 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the FujiFilm JV100
WG-2 GPS | JV100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
JV100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JV100 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the JV100 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and WG-2 GPS is 96 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and WG-2 GPS.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JV100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Also called as | FinePix JV105 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $99 | $300 |