Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was announced around the same time to the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the WG-2 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to result in more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.