Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax WG-3
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Announced August 2011
- Old Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
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Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP30 and Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up against the WG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Pentax WG-3
| Fujifilm XP30 | WG-3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Fujifilm XP30
| WG-3 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2013 |  | August 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Pentax WG-3
| Fujifilm XP30 | WG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the WG-3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and WG-3.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Pentax WG-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Pentax WG-3 |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2011-08-16 | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| 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 | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 9cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| 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 | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 200 shots | 240 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $240 | $300 |