FujiFilm JX350 vs Pentax WG-1

Below, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JX350 versus Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JX350 was announced very close to the WG-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the JX350 grades against the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX350 has 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) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JX350 versus Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the JX350 versus the WG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX350 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX350 and WG-1.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JX350 to give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.