Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm JX550 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was introduced around the same time to the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm JX550 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration.