FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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![FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-FinePix-JV200/FujiFilm-JV200-front.jpg)
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The JV200 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WG-3 GPS and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the JV200 scores versus the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
JV200 | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the FujiFilm JV200
WG-3 GPS | JV200 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
JV200 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV200 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the JV200 versus the WG-3 GPS.
![FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS size comparison FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JV200-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and WG-3 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.
![FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS top view buttons comparison FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JV200-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and WG-3 GPS.
As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older JV200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS sensor size comparison FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JV200-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JV200-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-07-19 |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 pictures | 240 pictures |
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 |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $49 | $350 |