FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
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On this page, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe JV100 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the S3 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the JV100 matches up versus the S3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Panasonic S3
| JV100 | S3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the FujiFilm JV100
| S3 | JV100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic S3
| JV100 | S3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the JV100 vs the S3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and S3 is 96 and 96 respectively.
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and S3.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic S3 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged JV100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
| Other name | FinePix JV105 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $99 | $110 |