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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Pentax Optio P80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
23
Overall
29

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JV105
Pentax P80
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
  • Released August 2009
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was introduced 7 months after the P80 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the JV100 grades against the P80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Pentax P80

 JV100 P80 
ReleasedFebruary 2010August 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the FujiFilm JV100

 P80 JV100 
Focus manually Very exact focus

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Pentax P80

 JV100 P80 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV100 comes with exterior measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the JV100 and the P80.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and P80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the JV100 and P80.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer JV100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax P80 as a Portrait photography camera
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
27
focusing manually
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Street photography factors
Pentax P80 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competition in class (126 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
55
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography factors
Pentax P80 Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Travel photography details
Pentax P80 Travel photography details
56
lighter than competition in class (126g)
flash built-in
no Timelapse recording
low MP (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
61
lighter than competitors (125g)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography factors
Pentax P80 Landscape photography factors
23
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
32
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax P80 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition in class (126g)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone jack
28
really wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Pentax P80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Pentax P80
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Pentax Optio P80
General Information
Make FujiFilm Pentax
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Pentax Optio P80
Also Known as FinePix JV105 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-02-02 2009-08-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-111mm (3.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/2.6-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AEB
WB 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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) 125 grams (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0")
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 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $99 $200