FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15 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
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released June 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Successor is Panasonic ZS20
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JV100 was unveiled 3 years prior to the ZS15 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the JV100 matches up vs the ZS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Panasonic ZS15
JV100 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the FujiFilm JV100
ZS15 | JV100 | |||
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Released | June 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 29 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS15
JV100 | ZS15 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV100 offers 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 ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the JV100 vs the ZS15.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and ZS15 is 96 and 92 respectively.
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and ZS15.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged JV100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also Known as | FinePix JV105 | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2012-06-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing 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 format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 grams (0.28 pounds) | 208 grams (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | - | 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 | One | One |
Retail cost | $99 | $279 |