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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70

Portability
54
Imaging
36
Features
29
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR front
 
Pentax X70 front
Portability
71
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Key Specs

FujiFilm S200EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.6" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost 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
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S205EXR
Pentax X70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
  • Released March 2009
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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Overview

Below is a extensive review of the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the S200EXR (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S200EXR (1/1.6") and X70 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S200EXR was announced 5 months later than the X70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S200EXR grades vs the X70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S200EXR over the Pentax X70

 S200EXR X70 

Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the FujiFilm S200EXR

 X70 S200EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm S200EXR and Pentax X70

 S200EXR X70 
ReleasedJuly 2009March 2009Similar generation
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S200EXR offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S200EXR versus the X70.

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S200EXR and X70 is 54 and 71 respectively.

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S200EXR and X70.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The S200EXR contains the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh easier.

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR Portrait photography info
Pentax X70 Portrait photography info
45
has manual focus
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.6")
29
has manual focus
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S200EXR
Street photography with Pentax X70
45
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/1.6")
more heavy than average (865 grams)
46
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR Sports photography advice
Pentax X70 Sports photography advice
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great zoom range (31-436mm 14.1 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.6")
does not have phase detect autofocus
50
long zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR Travel photography information
Pentax X70 Travel photography information
38
built-in flash
great reach (436mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (865 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
52
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
long reach (624mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm S200EXR
Landscape photography with Pentax X70
34
has manual focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/1.6")
no Timelapse mode
36
has manual focus
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR Vlogging highlights
Pentax X70 Vlogging highlights
19
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone port
more heavy than average (865g)
24
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone jack
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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax X70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S200EXR and Pentax X70
 FujiFilm FinePix S200EXRPentax X70
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR Pentax X70
Also called as FinePix S205EXR -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2009-07-22 2009-03-02
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.6" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 8 x 6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 48.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Max enhanced ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 31-436mm (14.1x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.3 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing range 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 4.5 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.20 m 9.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 865 grams (1.91 pounds) 410 grams (0.90 pounds)
Dimensions 133 x 94 x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-140 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $500 $200