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FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 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
  • Announced February 2010
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JV105
Sony S2100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Launched January 2010
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JV100 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was unveiled very close to the S2100 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the JV100 grades versus the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Sony S2100

 JV100 S2100 

Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the FujiFilm JV100

 S2100 JV100 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Sony S2100

 JV100 S2100 
LaunchedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 has got external dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the JV100 vs the S2100.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and S2100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and S2100.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to take the age of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Portrait photography information
Sony S2100 Portrait photography information
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Street photography factors
Sony S2100 Street photography factors
55
lighter than others in class (126 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
46
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JV100
Sports photography with Sony S2100
17
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,200s)
slow fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S2100 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than others in class (126 grams)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
50
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography info
Sony S2100 Landscape photography info
23
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
27
screen size is good (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV100
Vlogging with Sony S2100
25
lighter than others in class (126g)
wide angle not good (37mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
22
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic socket
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony S2100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Sony S2100
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
Also referred to as FinePix JV105 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-02-02 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-111mm (3.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Max aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 1 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1200 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $99 $0