FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed January 2012

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AV200 was released 12 months prior to the VS20 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the AV200 matches up vs the VS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Pentax VS20
AV200 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the FujiFilm AV200
VS20 | AV200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Pentax VS20
AV200 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV200 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV200 vs the VS20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and VS20 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV200 and VS20.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax VS20 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged AV200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AV205 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 235 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 180 photographs | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $0 | $106 |