FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm S8400W

In this article, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm S8400W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was launched 3 years before the Fujifilm S8400W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JV200 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the JV200 grades against the Fujifilm S8400W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV200 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8400W has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the JV200 against the Fujifilm S8400W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and Fujifilm S8400W is 96 and 61 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and Fujifilm S8400W.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S8400W to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind in sensor tech.