Fujifilm XP200 vs Pentax WG-1
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 232g - 116 x 71 x 30mm
- Revealed March 2013
(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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The following is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm XP200 and Pentax WG-1, both Waterproof cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm XP200 was announced 2 years after the WG-1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP200 grades against the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP200 over the Pentax WG-1
| Fujifilm XP200 | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | March 2013 |  | February 2011 | Newer by 26 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Fujifilm XP200
| WG-1 | Fujifilm XP200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP200 and Pentax WG-1
| Fujifilm XP200 | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP200 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP200 provides outer measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has measurements 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 XP200 and Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 and the WG-1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm XP200 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP200 and WG-1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP200 to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP200 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix XP200 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP200 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
| Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2013-03-22 | 2011-02-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 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 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (60 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 232 gr (0.51 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 71 x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") | 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 | 300 photos | 260 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-50A | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, delay, Group Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $250 | $350 |
