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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JV105
Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Introduced January 2012
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS3
  • Successor is Panasonic TS5
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was manufactured 24 months prior to the TS4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the JV100 grades vs the TS4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Panasonic TS4

 JV100 TS4 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the FujiFilm JV100

 TS4 JV100 
IntroducedJanuary 2012February 2010Fresher by 24 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic TS4

 JV100 TS4 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic TS4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JV100 against the TS4.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and TS4 is 96 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and TS4.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older JV100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JV100
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS4
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition in class (126g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography advice
Panasonic TS4 Sports photography advice
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
environment proof
good battery pack (310 per charge)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow fps (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition in class (126g)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
66
good battery pack (310 shots)
environment proof
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
low megapixels (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JV100
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS4
23
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
41
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
good battery pack (310 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Vlogging information
Panasonic TS4 Vlogging information
25
lighter than competition in class (126g)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
32
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic TS4
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
Also called FinePix JV105 Lumix DMC-FT4
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2010-02-02 2012-01-31
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine FHD
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 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Max aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 gr (0.28 lb) 197 gr (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 310 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID 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
Card slots One One
Launch cost $99 $399