Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1
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Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released March 2011
Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm A100 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and S1 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm A100 was announced 3 years before the S1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm A100 scores versus the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Pentax S1
Fujifilm A100 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Fujifilm A100
S1 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Released | March 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 25 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Pentax S1
Fujifilm A100 | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A100 offers exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm A100 and Pentax S1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm A100 vs the S1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A100 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A100 and S1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax S1 to show greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-04 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 124g (0.27 lb) | 157g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $174 |