FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013

FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S1600 was revealed 4 years before the WG-10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the S1600 matches up against the WG-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Pentax WG-10
S1600 | WG-10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the FujiFilm S1600
WG-10 | S1600 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 41 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Pentax WG-10
S1600 | WG-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S1600 and the WG-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and WG-10 is 78 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and WG-10.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-10 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older S1600 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Pentax WG-10 |
Also called as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 1.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 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 |
Cost at release | $130 | $0 |