Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Earlier Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012

Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 5 months earlier than the VS20 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores vs the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Pentax VS20
Fujifilm XP30 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Fujifilm XP30
VS20 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Pentax VS20
Fujifilm XP30 | VS20 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the VS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and VS20 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and VS20.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax VS20 to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | 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 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 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 life | 200 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $240 | $106 |