Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Successor is Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2011

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X10 was manufactured 11 months later than the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X10 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
Fujifilm X10 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 11 months |
Display sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Fujifilm X10
WG-1 GPS | Fujifilm X10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
Fujifilm X10 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X10 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and WG-1 GPS is 83 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X10 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm X10 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X10 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-07-11 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 245 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $600 | $350 |