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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix JX305
Pentax WG-1 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed August 2011
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced 7 months prior to the WG-1 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the JX300 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 JX300 WG-1 GPS 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the FujiFilm JX300

 WG-1 GPS JX300 
RevealedAugust 2011January 2011Fresher by 7 months
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax WG-1 GPS

 JX300 WG-1 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the JX300 versus the WG-1 GPS.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and WG-1 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older JX300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography advice
Pentax WG-1 GPS Portrait photography advice
28
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
focusing manually
MP count good (14MP)
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition (130g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
54
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography details
Pentax WG-1 GPS Sports photography details
31
decent MP (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
MP count good (14MP)
offers tracking autofocus
weather sealing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JX300
Travel photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
65
lighter than competition (130g)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
terrible battery (180 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
71
weather sealing
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography details
Pentax WG-1 GPS Landscape photography details
32
pretty wide (28mm)
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery (180 shots)
does not have Time Lapse function
42
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JX300
Vlogging with Pentax WG-1 GPS
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (130 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
25
decently wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic port
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
Otherwise known as FinePix JX305 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2011-01-05 2011-08-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130g (0.29 lbs) 167g (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 images 260 images
Battery form Battery Pack 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
Storage slots One One
Retail price $110 $350