FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS50

In this article, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JV100 vs Panasonic ZS50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was brought out 5 years before the ZS50 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the JV100 grades against the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 has outside measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the JV100 vs the ZS50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and ZS50 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JV100 and ZS50.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged JV100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.