Fujifilm S1 vs Pentax WG-3

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm S1 and Pentax WG-3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was unveiled 6 months later than the WG-3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S1 matches up vs the WG-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S1 comes with outside dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S1 and Pentax WG-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 and the WG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and WG-3 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S1 and WG-3.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.