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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JV205
Pentax WG-2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Introduced February 2012
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JV200 versus Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was announced 13 months prior to the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the JV200 matches up versus the WG-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Pentax WG-2

 JV200 WG-2 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the FujiFilm JV200

 WG-2 JV200 
IntroducedFebruary 2012January 2011More modern by 13 months
Focus manually More precise focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax WG-2

 JV200 WG-2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JV200 versus Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the JV200 versus the WG-2.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and WG-2 is 96 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JV200 and WG-2.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography features
Pentax WG-2 Portrait photography features
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
40
has manual focus
good MP (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JV200
Street photography with Pentax WG-2
56
lighter than others (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
54
environment sealing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WG-2 as a Sports photography camera
29
MP count decent (14MP)
offers tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
38
good MP (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-2 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than others (125 grams)
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
70
environment sealing
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Landscape photography factors
Pentax WG-2 Landscape photography factors
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse mode
47
has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good MP (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV200
Vlogging with Pentax WG-2
25
lighter than others (125g)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
30
quite wide (28mm)
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing microphone socket
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax WG-2
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Pentax Optio WG-2
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Pentax Optio WG-2
Also Known as FinePix JV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2012-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom 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
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125g (0.28 pounds) 192g (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 56 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 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 180 pictures 260 pictures
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
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