Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm T550 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm T550 was introduced 12 months after the WG-2 GPS so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 scores versus the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
Fujifilm T550 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Fujifilm T550
WG-2 GPS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
Fujifilm T550 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm T550 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T550 and WG-2 GPS.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm T550 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
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) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lb) | 198 grams (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $160 | $300 |