Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and WG-1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was manufactured 20 months after the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up vs the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 vs the WG-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XF1 and WG-1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax WG-1 will show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XF1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.