Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax ist DS2
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax ist DS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched August 2005
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax ist DS2 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax ist DS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (1/2.3") and ist DS2 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe Fujifilm JZ100 was brought out 6 years after the ist DS2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up versus the ist DS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Pentax ist DS2
Fujifilm JZ100 | ist DS2 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | August 2005 | More modern by 78 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Crisper screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Fujifilm JZ100
ist DS2 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax ist DS2
Fujifilm JZ100 | ist DS2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JZ100 has outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax ist DS2 has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm JZ100 and Pentax ist DS2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs the ist DS2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and ist DS2 is 95 and 68 respectively.
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and ist DS2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm JZ100 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm JZ100 will resolve more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JZ100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Pentax ist DS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Pentax ist DS2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2005-08-22 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | - |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129 grams (0.28 lb) | 605 grams (1.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
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 model | NP-45A | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $190 | - |