Fujifilm F200EXR vs Pentax W80

Following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm F200EXR versus Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") and W80 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F200EXR was launched within a month of the W80 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm F200EXR scores against the W80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR & Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F200EXR features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Fujifilm F200EXR versus Pentax W80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F200EXR and the W80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F200EXR and W80 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F200EXR and W80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F200EXR uses the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier.