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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
40
Overall
36

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JV105
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Additionally Known as WB600
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Here is a complete review of the FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was brought out very close to the HZ30W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the JV100 scores versus the HZ30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Samsung HZ30W

 JV100 HZ30W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the FujiFilm JV100

 HZ30W JV100 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung HZ30W

 JV100 HZ30W 
IntroducedFebruary 2010January 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 has got 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) and the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the JV100 against the HZ30W.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and HZ30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JV100 and HZ30W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Portrait photography camera
20
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
has manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Street photography factors
Samsung HZ30W Street photography factors
55
lighter than competition (126 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (245g)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Sports photography camera
17
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
42
incredible zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Travel photography advice
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography advice
56
lighter than competition (126g)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
63
lighter than competitors in class (245 grams)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography features
Samsung HZ30W Landscape photography features
23
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
42
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV100
Vlogging with Samsung HZ30W
25
lighter than competition (126g)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
30
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (245 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung HZ30W
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Samsung HZ30W
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Samsung HZ30W
Other name FinePix JV105 WB600
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-02-02 2010-01-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 gr (0.28 lb) 245 gr (0.54 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-45A SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $99 $280