FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS3
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS3 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
- Revealed February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
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Let's take a closer look at the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe JV100 was brought out 9 months later than the ZS3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the JV100 scores against the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Panasonic ZS3
| JV100 | ZS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2010 |  | May 2009 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the FujiFilm JV100
| ZS3 | JV100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS3
| JV100 | ZS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV100 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the JV100 and the ZS3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and ZS3 is 96 and 91 respectively.
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the JV100 and ZS3.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JV100 to provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger JV100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
| Also called | FinePix JV105 | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2009-05-14 |
| Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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) | 229 gr (0.50 lb) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" 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 model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $99 | $200 |
