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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10

Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front
 
Pentax WG-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
34
Overall
36

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Pentax WG-10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released June 2013
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview

The following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Pentax WG-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was manufactured 17 months prior to the WG-10 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades vs the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Pentax WG-10

 Fujifilm JZ100 WG-10 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Fujifilm JZ100

 WG-10 Fujifilm JZ100 
ReleasedJune 2013January 2012Newer by 17 months
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax WG-10

 Fujifilm JZ100 WG-10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ100 offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs the WG-10.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-10.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JZ100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Portrait photography features
Pentax WG-10 Portrait photography features
29
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
39
has manual focus
MP count decent (14MP)
has face detect autofocus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JZ100
Street photography with Pentax WG-10
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (129 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm JZ100
Sports photography with Pentax WG-10
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
44
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proof
max fps low (0.7 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Travel photography advice
Pentax WG-10 Travel photography advice
68
lighter than competitors (129 grams)
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
71
environment proof
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Landscape photography factors
Pentax WG-10 Landscape photography factors
38
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
47
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Vlogging information
Pentax WG-10 Vlogging information
31
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (129g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
30
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone socket
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax WG-10
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ100Pentax WG-10
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 Pentax WG-10
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2012-01-05 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-200mm (8.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 0.7 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 1.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction 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 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 129 gr (0.28 lb) 167 gr (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 - 260 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $190 $0