FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JV105
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2010

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JV100 was revealed 5 months before the WX5 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the JV100 scores versus the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Sony WX5
JV100 | WX5 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the FujiFilm JV100
WX5 | JV100 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Sony WX5
JV100 | WX5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the JV100 compared to the WX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JV100 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and WX5.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV100 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Also called as | FinePix JV105 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $99 | $250 |