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Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched February 2009
Pentax WG-1 GPS
(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
  • Announced August 2011
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview

Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm Z30 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm Z30 was released 3 years prior to the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades vs the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 Fujifilm Z30 WG-1 GPS 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Fujifilm Z30

 WG-1 GPS Fujifilm Z30 
AnnouncedAugust 2011February 2009More modern by 30 months
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Pentax WG-1 GPS

 Fujifilm Z30 WG-1 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z30 features external dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z30 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 GPS to render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z30
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
19
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
35
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Street photography information
Pentax WG-1 GPS Street photography information
55
lighter than competition in class (110 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
54
environment proof
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography information
Pentax WG-1 GPS Sports photography information
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
37
megapixel count decent (14MP)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography features
Pentax WG-1 GPS Travel photography features
56
lighter than competition in class (110g)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
71
environment proof
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
22
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
42
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Vlogging factors
Pentax WG-1 GPS Vlogging factors
25
lighter than competition in class (110g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic jack
25
pretty wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic socket
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
General Information
Company FujiFilm Pentax
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-02-17 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 3s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 110 grams (0.24 lb) 167 grams (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 - 260 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $150 $350