FujiFilm XP10 vs Pentax VS20

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm XP10 versus Pentax VS20, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and VS20 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was brought out 24 months prior to the VS20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the XP10 grades against the VS20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 & Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm XP10 offers external measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the XP10 versus the VS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XP10 and VS20 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the XP10 and VS20.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax VS20 to give you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older XP10 is going to be behind in sensor technology.