Fujifilm F660EXR vs Pentax WG-1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Fujifilm F660EXR and Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and WG-1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was introduced 12 months later than the WG-1 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm F660EXR grades vs the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm F660EXR has got external measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR compared to the WG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F660EXR and WG-1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F660EXR and WG-1.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F660EXR having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F660EXR will resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm F660EXR will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.