Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax WG-3
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
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Following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Pentax WG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and WG-3 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm Z1000EXR was unveiled 18 months before the WG-3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores against the WG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Pentax WG-3
| Fujifilm Z1000EXR | WG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
| WG-3 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 18 months | |
| Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Pentax WG-3
| Fujifilm Z1000EXR | WG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs the WG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and WG-3.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR offers the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm Z1000EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Pentax WG-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Pentax WG-3 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 9cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 157g (0.35 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 220 photographs | 240 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 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 | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $0 | $300 |