FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2013

FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JV100 and Fujifilm S8300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JV100 was announced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JV100 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the JV100 matches up against the Fujifilm S8300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Fujifilm FinePix S8300. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Fujifilm S8300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Fujifilm S8300
JV100 | Fujifilm S8300 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the FujiFilm JV100
Fujifilm S8300 | JV100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 35 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Fujifilm S8300
JV100 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 has outer dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8300 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JV100 and Fujifilm S8300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the JV100 and the Fujifilm S8300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and Fujifilm S8300 is 96 and 61 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and Fujifilm S8300.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8300 to render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older JV100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 |
Also Known as | FinePix JV105 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-1008mm (42.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/7000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 670g (1.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
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 | NP-45A | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $99 | $200 |