FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus SH-1

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JV200 and Olympus SH-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SH-1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the JV200 matches up versus the SH-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JV200 and Olympus SH-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the JV200 compared to the SH-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and SH-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and SH-1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-1 to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.