Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20
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Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Introduced January 2019
(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
- Launched January 2012

Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon B600 versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The B600 was unveiled 7 years later than the VS20 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the B600 scores versus the VS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Pentax VS20
B600 | VS20 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 85 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Nikon B600
VS20 | B600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon B600 and Pentax VS20
B600 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon B600 offers outer measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Examine the Nikon B600 versus Pentax VS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the B600 vs the VS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the B600 and VS20 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and VS20.
Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent B600 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon B600 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B600 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2019-01-18 | 2012-01-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 500 grams (1.10 lbs) | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 280 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $297 | $106 |