FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax WG-1

Let's look more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 7 months earlier than the WG-1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the JZ500 grades against the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 and Pentax WG-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 against the WG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and WG-1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and WG-1.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged JZ500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.