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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Samsung SL30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
14
Overall
25

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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 SL30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Additionally Known as ES15
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was unveiled 12 months later than the SL30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the JV100 matches up vs the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Samsung SL30

 JV100 SL30 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010February 2009Fresher by 12 months
Screen dimension2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the FujiFilm JV100

 SL30 JV100 

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung SL30

 JV100 SL30 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV100 comes with outer measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the JV100 against the SL30.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and SL30 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the JV100 and SL30.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm JV100 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher JV100 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Portrait photography advice
Samsung SL30 Portrait photography advice
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
25
features face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Street photography details
Samsung SL30 Street photography details
55
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography advice
Samsung SL30 Sports photography advice
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
16
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV100
Travel photography with Samsung SL30
56
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography features
Samsung SL30 Landscape photography features
23
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung SL30 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
25
features face detection autofocus
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic socket
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Samsung SL30
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Samsung SL30
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Samsung SL30
Also Known as FinePix JV105 ES15
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-02-02 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-111mm (3.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AE bracketing
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) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126 grams (0.28 pounds) 140 grams (0.31 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
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