FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1

Below, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was introduced around the same time to the WG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the JX300 scores versus the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the JX300 versus the WG-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and WG-1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration.