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FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs

FujiFilm XP10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix XP11
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP30
Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2011
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was introduced 12 months before the WG-1 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the XP10 scores versus the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Pentax WG-1

 XP10 WG-1 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the FujiFilm XP10

 WG-1 XP10 
LaunchedFebruary 2011February 2010Fresher by 12 months
Manually focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Pentax WG-1

 XP10 WG-1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurements
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm XP10 provides external dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the XP10 compared to the WG-1.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the XP10 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XP10 and WG-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older XP10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Portrait photography details
Pentax WG-1 Portrait photography details
20
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
focusing manually
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Street photography details
Pentax WG-1 Street photography details
59
weather proofing
lighter than competition in class (135g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
54
environment proofing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Sports photography features
Pentax WG-1 Sports photography features
29
supports tracking focus
weather proofing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
decent MP (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Travel photography camera
59
lighter than competition in class (135g)
weather proofing
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
71
environment proofing
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Landscape photography information
Pentax WG-1 Landscape photography information
27
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
42
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
decent MP (14MP)
environment proofing
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition in class (135g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone socket
25
pretty wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm XP10 and Pentax WG-1
 FujiFilm FinePix XP10Pentax Optio WG-1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Pentax
Model FujiFilm FinePix XP10 Pentax Optio WG-1
Alternate name FinePix XP11 -
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2010-02-02 2011-02-07
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 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 9cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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
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 None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 135 grams (0.30 lb) 157 grams (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" 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 - 260 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $175 $350