Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013

Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm JX370 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX370 was released 23 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm JX370 grades versus the WG-3 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
Fujifilm JX370 | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Fujifilm JX370
WG-3 GPS | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 23 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
Fujifilm JX370 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX370 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm JX370 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 against the WG-3 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX370 and WG-3 GPS.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX370 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm JX370 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-11 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lb) | 238 grams (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $159 | $350 |