FujiFilm F300EXR vs Pentax S1

Here is a in-depth overview of the FujiFilm F300EXR versus Pentax S1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the F300EXR (1/2") and S1 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The F300EXR was released 7 months prior to the S1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the F300EXR grades against the S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR and Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm F300EXR provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm F300EXR versus Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the F300EXR versus the S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F300EXR and S1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the F300EXR and S1.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The F300EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax S1 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older F300EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.