Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
93 Imaging
37 Features
32 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP30
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP60
(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
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2011

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm XP50 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was manufactured 5 months after the WG-1 GPS and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
Fujifilm XP50 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Fujifilm XP50
WG-1 GPS | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
Fujifilm XP50 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP50 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2011-08-16 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.90 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 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 format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" 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 | 220 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $180 | $350 |