Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X20 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X20 was brought out 21 months later than the WG-1 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X20 scores versus the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X20 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 provides exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X20 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X20 vs the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and WG-1 GPS is 83 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X20 and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X20 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X20 provides an edge in sensor technology.