Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1
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Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm T500 versus Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm T500 was manufactured 24 months after the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm T500 matches up vs the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm T500 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Fujifilm T500
WG-1 | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm T500 | WG-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T500 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Fujifilm T500 versus Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T500 and the WG-1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T500 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T500 and WG-1.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm T500 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm T500 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" 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 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $350 |