FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
94 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix T305
(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

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The T300 was launched around the same time to the WG-1 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the T300 scores versus the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix T300 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm T300 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
T300 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the FujiFilm T300
WG-1 GPS | T300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
T300 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2011 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm T300 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the T300 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T300 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the T300 and WG-1 GPS.
All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos though you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Also called | FinePix T305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $350 |