Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2
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Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 183g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Announced June 2013
- Older Model is Fujifilm XP50
- New Model is Fujifilm XP70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012

Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP60 versus Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP60 was unveiled 17 months later than the WG-2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XP60 matches up against the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP60 over the Pentax WG-2
Fujifilm XP60 | WG-2 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Fujifilm XP60
WG-2 | Fujifilm XP60 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP60 and Pentax WG-2
Fujifilm XP60 | WG-2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP60 features outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm XP60 versus Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 vs the WG-2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP60 and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP60 and WG-2.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP60 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP60 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP60 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP60 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection 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) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | 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 (60fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 192 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $180 | $350 |