Fujifilm FinePix S1600 vs Pentax Optio VS20

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and the Pentax Optio VS20, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 was introduced in February 2010 and Pentax Optio VS20 was introduced in January 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 1.3 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Pentax Optio VS20 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 3 Focus Points (3 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S1600
      4. Advantage of Pentax Optio VS20
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Pentax Optio VS20.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   3 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2500 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Fujifilm S1600
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S1600 over Pentax Optio VS20.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 vs Pentax Optio VS20
      Larger Sensor 1/2.3-inch vs 1/2.33-inch
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Min Macro Focus Distance 2 cm vs 3 cm
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 8 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 1.3 fps vs 1.0 fps
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Internal Storage 23 MB vs 16 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix S1600.

      Pentax X70
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Olympus SZ-15
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Olympus PEN E-P7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20 MP

      Sigma DP1x
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      APS-C

      14.06 MP

      Advantage of Pentax Optio VS20

      Pentax VS20
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax Optio VS20 over Fujifilm FinePix S1600.

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 vs Pentax Optio VS20
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 vs 4608 x 3456
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 420 mm vs 560 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 15x vs 20x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/4.0 vs f/3.1
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 460k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/2500 sec
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Lighter 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) vs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Pentax Optio VS20.

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Olympus XZ-1
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      1/1.63-inch

      10 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix S1600 Pentax Optio VS20
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
        Internal Storage23 MB16 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix S1600 Pentax Optio VS20
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.33-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot460k dot
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2500 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting1.3 fps1.0 fps
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Pentax Optio VS20 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 230k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 99% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Pentax Optio VS20.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Pentax Optio VS20 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 224, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1864, 2816 x 1584, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Pentax Optio VS20 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3456 x 3456, 4608 x 2592, 3072 x 2304, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 comes with 4 x AA battery pack and Pentax Optio VS20 comes with D-LI122 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Pentax Optio VS20 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S1600, and up to 1/2500 sec on Pentax Optio VS20. Fujifilm FinePix S1600 can shoot continuously up to 1.3 fps. Pentax Optio VS20 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.40 m on Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and 2.80 m on Pentax Optio VS20..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 body has dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.87 x 3.19") and Pentax Optio VS20 body has dimensions of 111 x 61 x 38 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.5"). Fujifilm FinePix S1600 weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) and Pentax Optio VS20 weighs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      110 mm

      73 mm

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      61 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Pentax Optio VS20

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Pentax Optio VS20 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   3 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      GOOD
      70
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   3 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   3 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   3 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix S1600 and Pentax Optio VS20 and give them scores of 55 and 49 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      OVERALL
      55
      OVERALL
      49

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.3 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2500 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   3 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      POOR
      53
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      28
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix S1600

      Pentax Optio VS20

      POOR
      46
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      48
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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