FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JX305
(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 JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was brought out 12 months earlier than the VS20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the JX300 scores vs the VS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Pentax VS20
JX300 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the FujiFilm JX300
VS20 | JX300 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax VS20
JX300 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the JX300 compared to the VS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and VS20 is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and VS20.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax VS20 to provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older JX300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Alternate name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | 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 | ||
Supported 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 file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lb) | 235g (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $110 | $106 |