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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Samsung NX5 front
Portability
80
Imaging
55
Features
50
Overall
53

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JV105
Samsung NX5
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
  • Announced June 2010
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Overview

In this article, we are looking at the FujiFilm JV100 versus Samsung NX5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very close but the JV100 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The JV100 was announced 3 months before the NX5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JV100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the JV100 matches up against the NX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Samsung NX5

 JV100 NX5 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the FujiFilm JV100

 NX5 JV100 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung NX5

 JV100 NX5 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010June 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys physical measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the JV100 against the NX5.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and NX5 is 96 and 80 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the JV100 and NX5.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JV100 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX5 will provide you with more detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX5 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
73
manual focus
decent MP (15 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JV100
Street photography with Samsung NX5
55
lighter than average in class (126g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
60
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
heavier than others in class (499g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography info
Samsung NX5 Sports photography info
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
52
decent MP (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (400 CIPA)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Travel photography information
Samsung NX5 Travel photography information
56
lighter than average in class (126 grams)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
63
better than average battery pack (400 shots)
decent MP (15MP)
built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (499 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography information
Samsung NX5 Landscape photography information
23
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
68
manual focus
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (15 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (400 shots)
no image stabilization
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Vlogging information
Samsung NX5 Vlogging information
25
lighter than average in class (126 grams)
wide angle not great (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
24
supports face detection autofocus
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
heavier than others in class (499 grams)
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung NX5
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Samsung NX5
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Samsung NX5
Other name FinePix JV105 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2010-02-02 2010-06-01
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - DRIM Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 15 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens focal range 37-111mm (3.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.2-4.3 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Amount of lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 11.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic 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 Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126 grams (0.28 pounds) 499 grams (1.10 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6")
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 life - 400 shots
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A BP1130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $99 $499