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Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 front
 
Pentax Optio VS20 front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs

Fujifilm JV150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Launched February 2010
Pentax VS20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
  • 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Overview

Here is a complete overview of the Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JV150 was announced 24 months before the VS20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm JV150 scores against the VS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Pentax VS20

 Fujifilm JV150 VS20 

Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Fujifilm JV150

 VS20 Fujifilm JV150 
RevealedJanuary 2012February 2010Fresher by 24 months
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Pentax VS20

 Fujifilm JV150 VS20 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JV150 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 compared to the VS20.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JV150 and VS20 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and VS20.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax VS20 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JV150 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JV150
Portrait photography with Pentax VS20
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
36
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JV150
Street photography with Pentax VS20
55
lighter than competition (126 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (235g)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Sports photography factors
Pentax VS20 Sports photography factors
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
44
great zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Travel photography factors
Pentax VS20 Travel photography factors
62
lighter than competition (126g)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
68
lighter than competition in class (235 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
long reach (560mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Landscape photography advice
Pentax VS20 Landscape photography advice
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
47
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Vlogging information
Pentax VS20 Vlogging information
25
lighter than competition (126g)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
30
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (235g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JV150 and Pentax VS20
 Fujifilm FinePix JV150Pentax Optio VS20
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JV150 Pentax Optio VS20
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-02-02 2012-01-25
Physical type Compact 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 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 3
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 28-560mm (20.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.1-4.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2500 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 2.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 gr (0.28 pounds) 235 gr (0.52 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-45A D-LI122
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $0 $106