FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
Photography Glossary FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JV200 was launched 13 months earlier than the WG-2 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the JV200 grades versus the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
| JV200 | WG-2 GPS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the FujiFilm JV200
| WG-2 GPS | JV200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2012 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
| JV200 | WG-2 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV200 has outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 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 are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the JV200 vs the WG-2 GPS.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and WG-2 GPS is 96 and 91 respectively.
FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-2 GPS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged JV200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
| Also called as | FinePix JV205 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-07 |
| Body design | 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 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 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| 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 | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max 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 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125g (0.28 pounds) | 198g (0.44 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 photographs | 260 photographs |
| Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $49 | $300 |