Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was introduced 3 years before the WG-2 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades vs the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z37 offers exterior measurements 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 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 compared to the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and WG-2 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and WG-2.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-2 to offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.