FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax S1

Following is a detailed review of the FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was announced within a month of the S1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the JV200 matches up vs the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 provides exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the JV200 and the S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and S1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and S1.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.