FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20
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![FujiFilm FinePix S4000 front FujiFilm FinePix S4000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-FinePix-S4000/FujiFilm-S4000-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio VS20 front Pentax Optio VS20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-VS20/Pentax-VS20-front.jpg)
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39 Features
35 Overall
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S4050
(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
- Launched January 2012
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the FujiFilm S4000 versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S4000 was released 12 months prior to the VS20 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S4000 matches up against the VS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Pentax VS20
S4000 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the FujiFilm S4000
VS20 | S4000 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Pentax VS20
S4000 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S4000 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the FujiFilm S4000 versus Pentax VS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S4000 versus the VS20.
![FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 size comparison FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-S4000-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and VS20 is 67 and 90 respectively.
![FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 top view buttons comparison FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-S4000-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and VS20.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax VS20 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older S4000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 sensor size comparison FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-S4000-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder
![FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-S4000-vs-Pentax-Optio-VS20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Also Known as | FinePix S4050 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 life | 300 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $279 | $106 |