Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm Z35 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was manufactured 3 years prior to the WG-2 GPS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm Z35 grades vs the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
Fujifilm Z35 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Fujifilm Z35
WG-2 GPS | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
Fujifilm Z35 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z35 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 and the WG-2 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z35 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z35 and WG-2 GPS.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to provide more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z35 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $130 | $300 |