Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1
90 Imaging
38 Features
46 Overall
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![Fujifilm XF1 front Fujifilm XF1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-XF1/Fujifilm-XF1-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio WG-1 front Pentax Optio WG-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-WG-1/Pentax-WG-1-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2012
(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
- Released February 2011
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
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.
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm XF1 | WG-1 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 20 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Fujifilm XF1
WG-1 | Fujifilm XF1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm XF1 | WG-1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check out the Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Fujifilm XF1 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm XF1 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | 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 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255 grams (0.56 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 199 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $380 | $350 |