Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3
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Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2013
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm T550 versus Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm T550 was launched 6 months before the WG-3 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 scores against the WG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Pentax WG-3
Fujifilm T550 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Fujifilm T550
WG-3 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Pentax WG-3
Fujifilm T550 | WG-3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | July 2013 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm T550 has exterior dimensions 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-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm T550 versus Pentax WG-3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 compared to the WG-3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T550 and WG-3.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of files though you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Pentax WG-3 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-07-19 |
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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $160 | $300 |