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Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37
Pentax Optio VS20 front
 
Samsung WB2200F front
Portability
59
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Key Specs

Pentax VS20
(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
Samsung WB2200F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 708g - 119 x 122 x 99mm
  • Revealed January 2014
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Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Pentax VS20 versus Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was brought out 23 months earlier than the WB2200F making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the VS20 scores against the WB2200F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Samsung WB2200F

 VS20 WB2200F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Pentax VS20

 WB2200F VS20 
RevealedJanuary 2014January 2012More modern by 23 months

Common features in the Pentax VS20 and Samsung WB2200F

 VS20 WB2200F 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax VS20 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB2200F has measurements of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") and a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the VS20 compared to the WB2200F.

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VS20 and WB2200F is 90 and 59 respectively.

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F top view buttons comparison

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and WB2200F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged VS20 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F sensor size comparison

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax VS20
Portrait photography with Samsung WB2200F
36
focusing manually
good megapixels (16MP)
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
44
manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
features face detection focus
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax VS20 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB2200F as a Street photography camera
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (235 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
40
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (708g)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax VS20 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB2200F as a Sports photography camera
44
incredible zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
supports tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
53
amazing zoom range (20-1200mm 60.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax VS20
Travel photography with Samsung WB2200F
68
lighter than competition (235g)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
very long zoom (560mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
51
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (20mm)
very long zoom (1200mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (708 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax VS20 Landscape photography info
Samsung WB2200F Landscape photography info
47
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
46
manual focus
decently wide (20mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax VS20 Vlogging highlights
Samsung WB2200F Vlogging highlights
30
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (235g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
25
decently wide (20mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
missing external mic jack
heavier than competition (708 grams)
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Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB2200F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax VS20 and Samsung WB2200F
 Pentax Optio VS20Samsung WB2200F
General Information
Make Pentax Samsung
Model Pentax Optio VS20 Samsung WB2200F
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-01-25 2014-01-07
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 3 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-560mm (20.0x) 20-1200mm (60.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-4.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 200k dot
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 1/8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2500s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.80 m 6.00 m (ISO Auto)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 235 gr (0.52 pounds) 708 gr (1.56 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9")
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 D-LI122 BP-1410
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD, SDHC, SCXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $106 $599