Fujifilm F900EXR vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm F900EXR and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F900EXR (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm F900EXR (1/2") and WG-1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F900EXR was unveiled 2 years after the WG-1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm F900EXR grades against the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR and Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F900EXR Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F900EXR has got external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F900EXR and Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F900EXR vs the WG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F900EXR and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F900EXR and WG-1.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F900EXR using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm F900EXR will render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm F900EXR provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.