Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and WG-1 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was launched 3 years before the WG-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd scores against the WG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd compared to the WG-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and WG-1 is 75 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and WG-1.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind in sensor innovation.