Fujifilm XP120 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP120 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was unveiled 5 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP120 grades vs the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP120 provides external measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP120 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 and the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP120 and WG-1 GPS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP120 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP120 to render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP120 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.