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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 front
Portability
82
Imaging
33
Features
19
Overall
27

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(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
Fujifilm S1500
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Fujifilm S1500

 JV200 Fujifilm S1500 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2009Fresher by 23 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the FujiFilm JV200

 Fujifilm S1500 JV200 

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm S1500

 JV200 Fujifilm S1500 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 size comparison

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

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 top view buttons comparison

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.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm S1500 Portrait photography highlights
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
19
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Street photography info
Fujifilm S1500 Street photography info
56
lighter than competition (125g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
51
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm S1500 Sports photography advice
29
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low battery (180 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Travel photography features
Fujifilm S1500 Travel photography features
60
lighter than competition (125g)
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse function
low battery (180 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
very long zoom (396mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JV200
Landscape photography with Fujifilm S1500
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
low battery (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Vlogging features
Fujifilm S1500 Vlogging features
25
lighter than competition (125g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone jack
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm S1500
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Fujifilm FinePix S1500
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