FujiFilm JV100 vs Olympus 8000

The following is a complete comparison of the FujiFilm JV100 and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was released 8 months after the 8000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the JV100 matches up against the 8000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV100 has got physical 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) whilst the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JV100 and Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the JV100 vs the 8000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and 8000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the JV100 and 8000.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent JV100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.