Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2011

Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Lets look closer at the Fujifilm XP90 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP90 was released 4 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades against the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP90 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
Fujifilm XP90 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 54 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Fujifilm XP90
WG-1 GPS | Fujifilm XP90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
Fujifilm XP90 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP90 has physical measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP90 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-1 GPS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-1 GPS.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm XP90 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP90 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm XP90 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm XP90 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2016-01-15 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 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 | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 203g (0.45 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $350 |