Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2013
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Lets look closer at the Fujifilm S1500 versus Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and WG-10 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Fujifilm S1500 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WG-10 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm S1500 grades against the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Pentax WG-10
Fujifilm S1500 | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Fujifilm S1500
WG-10 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 52 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Pentax WG-10
Fujifilm S1500 | WG-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1500 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S1500 versus Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 and the WG-10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1500 and WG-10 is 82 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1500 and WG-10.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-10 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S1500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-396mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 345 gr (0.76 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $0 |