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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
18
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix SL300 front
Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JV205
Fujifilm SL300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
  • Announced January 2012
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm SL300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was unveiled 12 months prior to the Fujifilm SL300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JV200 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the JV200 grades vs the Fujifilm SL300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Fujifilm SL300

 JV200 Fujifilm SL300 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL300 over the FujiFilm JV200

 Fujifilm SL300 JV200 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2011More recent by 12 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm SL300

 JV200 Fujifilm SL300 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm SL300 has dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm SL300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the JV200 compared to the Fujifilm SL300.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and Fujifilm SL300 is 96 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and Fujifilm SL300.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The older JV200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm SL300 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
38
good resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JV200
Street photography with Fujifilm SL300
55
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competitors (510g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JV200
Sports photography with Fujifilm SL300
29
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
47
excellent zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm SL300 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
bad battery life (180 per charge)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
54
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (720mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors (510g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm SL300 as a Landscape photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
41
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV200
Vlogging with Fujifilm SL300
25
lighter than others in class (125g)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic socket
24
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
more heavy than competitors (510g)
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Fujifilm SL300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Fujifilm SL300
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Fujifilm FinePix SL300
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Fujifilm FinePix SL300
Also called FinePix JV205 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2012-01-05
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus distance - 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 97%
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264, Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 125 grams (0.28 pounds) 510 grams (1.12 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images 300 images
Battery type AA Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-85
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $49 $280