Fujifilm X-T2 vs Pentax K100D Super

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-T2 and the Pentax K100D Super, 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 X-T2 was introduced in July 2016 and Pentax K100D Super was introduced in June 2007. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-T2 Highlights

      • 24.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS III Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 200 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 325 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 1,000k dot Tilting Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 14.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Pentax K100D Super Highlights

      • 6.1 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 200 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.5" 210k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder
      • 2.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      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 X-T2 and Pentax K100D Super.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      •   Video Capture
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6.1 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   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 X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Weight - 646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-T2

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-T2 over Pentax K100D Super.

      Fujifilm X-T2 vs Pentax K100D Super
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Sensor Resolution 24.3 Megapixel vs 6.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 3,200
      Max Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 vs 3008 x 2008
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 325 vs 11
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.5"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,000k dot vs 210k dot
      Live View vs
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 96%
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.77x vs 0.57x
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 14.0 fps vs 2.8 fps
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/250 sec vs 1/180 sec
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Interval Recording vs
      Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro vs
      Speaker Mono vs
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Lighter 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz) vs 646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)
      More Storage Slots 2 vs 1
      Orientation Sensor vs

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      Advantage of Pentax K100D Super

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax K100D Super over Fujifilm X-T2.

      Fujifilm X-T2 vs Pentax K100D Super
      Image Stabilization vs Sensor Shift
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Built-in Flash vs

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      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.

      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-T2 Pentax K100D Super
        High Native ISO200200
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-T2 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 1,000k dot resolution and Pentax K100D Super has a 2.5" Fixed screen with 210k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X-T2 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

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      Fujifilm X-T2 with Tilting screen


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution and Pentax K100D Super has a built-in Optical (pentamirror) viewfinder. Fujifilm X-T2 has 100% coverage with 1.16x (0.77x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Pentax K100D Super has 96% coverage with 0.85x (0.57x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T2 features a 24.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS III sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Pentax K100D Super features a 6.1 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 3,200.

      Fujifilm X-T2 has CMOS X-TRANS III sensor

      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
      Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-T2 is equipped with X-Processor Pro2 processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3:2 (4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000), 16:9 (6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2384, 3008 x 1688), 1:1 (4000 x 4000, 2832 x 2832, 2000 x 2000) with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Pentax K100D Super can take pictures up to 3008 x 2008 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2400 x 1600, 1536 x 1024 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Fujifilm X-T2 has Fujifilm X lens mount and Pentax K100D Super has Pentax KAF2 lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-T2

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-T2. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      In-Body Image Stabilization on Pentax K100D Super

      Pentax K100D Super has a built-in Sensor Shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This means that you are still getting vibration reduction when camera is paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-T2

      Fujifilm X-T2 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-T2 comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 340 shots and Pentax K100D Super comes with 4 x AA battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-T2 has Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) card slots. Pentax K100D Super has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm X-T2 has Focal Plane shutter. Pentax K100D Super has Electronically controlled Vertical Run Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/8000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-T2, and up to 1/4000 sec on Pentax K100D Super. Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot continuously up to 14.0 fps. Pentax K100D Super can shoot continuously up to 2.8 fps.


      Flash

      Pentax K100D Super has a built-in flash and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. Fujifilm X-T2 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe or PC Terminal. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Fujifilm X-T2 and 1/180 sec on Pentax K100D Super.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-T2 body has dimensions of 133 x 92 x 49 mm (5.24 x 3.62 x 1.93") and Pentax K100D Super body has dimensions of 129 x 91 x 71 mm (5.08 x 3.58 x 2.8"). Fujifilm X-T2 weighs 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz) and Pentax K100D Super weighs 646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz).

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      133 mm

      92 mm

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      129 mm

      91 mm

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      92 mm

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      91 mm

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      49 mm

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      71 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-T2 and Pentax K100D Super

      Fujifilm X-T2 and Pentax K100D Super 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 X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      79
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      72
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      81
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      83
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      GOOD
      78
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-T2 and Pentax K100D Super and give them scores of 74 and 54 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 X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      OVERALL
      74
      OVERALL
      54

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      70
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6.1 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      70
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 14.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Video

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      POOR
      48
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      0
      •   Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      84
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      73
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,000k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      40
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-T2

      Pentax K100D Super

      GOOD
      72
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)


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