FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1
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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.6" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-436mm (F2.8-5.3) lens
- 865g - 133 x 94 x 145mm
- Announced July 2009
- Also referred to as FinePix S205EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Successor is Panasonic GX7
FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the S200EXR (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the S200EXR (1/1.6") and GX1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S200EXR was announced 3 years before the GX1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S200EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S200EXR scores vs the GX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S200EXR over the Panasonic GX1
S200EXR | GX1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the FujiFilm S200EXR
GX1 | S200EXR | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | July 2009 | More recent by 31 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S200EXR and Panasonic GX1
S200EXR | GX1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S200EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") having a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S200EXR versus the GX1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200EXR and GX1 is 54 and 87 respectively.
FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200EXR and GX1.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S200EXR with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GX1 will result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older S200EXR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Also referred to as | FinePix S205EXR | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2012-02-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.6" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 8 x 6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 48.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 31-436mm (14.1x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 4.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m | 7.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 865 gr (1.91 pounds) | 318 gr (0.70 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 94 x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-140 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $500 | $228 |