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Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Fujifilm FinePix T400 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs

Fujifilm T400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 159g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2012
Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2011
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Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm T400 and Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T400 was launched 12 months later than the WG-1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm T400 grades versus the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T400 over the Pentax WG-1

 Fujifilm T400 WG-1 
LaunchedJanuary 2012February 2011Fresher by 12 months

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Fujifilm T400

 WG-1 Fujifilm T400 
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm T400 and Pentax WG-1

 Fujifilm T400 WG-1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T400 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm T400 and Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm T400 vs the WG-1.

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T400 and WG-1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T400 and WG-1.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm T400 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm T400 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T400 Portrait photography highlights
Pentax WG-1 Portrait photography highlights
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decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
35
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T400 Street photography details
Pentax WG-1 Street photography details
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
54
environment proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm T400
Sports photography with Pentax WG-1
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
37
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has tracking focus
environment proof
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm T400
Travel photography with Pentax WG-1
65
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
not so great battery life (180 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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environment proof
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm T400
Landscape photography with Pentax WG-1
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
not so great battery life (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
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focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
environment proof
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T400 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Vlogging camera
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reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
25
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
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Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T400 and Pentax WG-1
 Fujifilm FinePix T400Pentax Optio WG-1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T400 Pentax Optio WG-1
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2012-01-05 2011-02-07
Physical type Compact 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 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3440 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
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 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 159 gr (0.35 pounds) 157 gr (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 180 images 260 images
Type of battery Battery Pack 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, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $150 $350