Canon S120 vs FujiFilm JV100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon S120 versus FujiFilm JV100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the JV100 (12MP) is very comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and JV100 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The S120 was introduced 3 years later than the JV100 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S120 matches up versus the JV100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S120 & FujiFilm FinePix JV100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery & FujiFilm JV100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 has physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the FujiFilm JV100 has measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S120 vs the JV100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and JV100 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and JV100.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The S120 comes with the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier. The more recent S120 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.