Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Released July 2014
Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm S8200 was brought out 18 months prior to the XG-1 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades against the XG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Pentax XG-1
Fujifilm S8200 | XG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Fujifilm S8200
XG-1 | Fujifilm S8200 | |||
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Released | July 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Pentax XG-1
Fujifilm S8200 | XG-1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 has got physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 vs the XG-1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and XG-1 is 61 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and XG-1.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S8200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Pentax XG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Pentax XG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2014-07-15 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | 200k dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 567g (1.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
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 life | - | 240 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LB-060 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $450 | $599 |