FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Released February 2009

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm S1500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the JV200 (14MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JV200 was revealed 23 months later than the Fujifilm S1500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JV200 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the JV200 grades vs the Fujifilm S1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Fujifilm S1500
JV200 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the FujiFilm JV200
Fujifilm S1500 | JV200 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm S1500
JV200 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has proportions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm S1500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the JV200 against the Fujifilm S1500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and Fujifilm S1500 is 96 and 82 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and Fujifilm S1500.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm JV200 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer JV200 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
Alternate name | FinePix JV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 345g (0.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
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 life | 180 photographs | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $49 | $200 |