FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JV100 was brought out 3 years prior to the F5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the JV100 grades vs the F5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Panasonic F5
JV100 | F5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the FujiFilm JV100
F5 | JV100 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic F5
JV100 | F5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV100 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the JV100 and the F5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and F5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JV100 and F5.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic F5 to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JV100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Also called as | FinePix JV105 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 250 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $99 | $100 |