Fujifilm S1 vs Pentax VS20

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S1 and Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was brought out 24 months after the VS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S1 grades versus the VS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 provides outer dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S1 and Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and VS20 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S1 and VS20.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.