FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 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
- Revealed February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS35
- New Model is Panasonic ZS45

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Here, we are looking at the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JV100 was launched 4 years before the ZS40 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the JV100 matches up against the ZS40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Panasonic ZS40
JV100 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the FujiFilm JV100
ZS40 | JV100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Panasonic ZS40
JV100 | ZS40 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV100 features 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) and the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the JV100 vs the ZS40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and ZS40 is 96 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and ZS40.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JV100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Other name | FinePix JV105 | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 240g (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $99 | $450 |