Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below is a detailed review of the Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was manufactured 18 months prior to the WG-3 GPS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades versus the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ100 provides outside 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) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and WG-3 GPS.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JZ100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.