Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1
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Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X30
(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
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X20 versus Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and WG-1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X20 was launched 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X20 scores versus the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm X20 | WG-1 | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | February 2011 | Fresher by 28 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 over the Fujifilm X20
WG-1 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm X20 | WG-1 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X20 versus Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and the WG-1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X20 and WG-1 is 83 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and WG-1.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Pentax WG-1 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X20 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X20 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-04-29 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 353 grams (0.78 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 270 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $500 | $350 |