FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S2

Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was released 23 months prior to the S2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the JV100 matches up versus the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV100 provides external dimensions 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 S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the JV100 vs the S2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and S2 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and S2.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic S2 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older JV100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.