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FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Olympus VG-160 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
26
Overall
33

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JV205
Olympus VG-160
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2012
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview

The following is a extensive overview of the FujiFilm JV200 versus Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the VG-160 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the JV200 matches up vs the VG-160 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Olympus VG-160

 JV200 VG-160 

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the FujiFilm JV200

 VG-160 JV200 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2011Newer by 12 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Olympus VG-160

 JV200 VG-160 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JV200 versus Olympus VG-160 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the JV200 against the VG-160.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and VG-160 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and VG-160.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged JV200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography details
Olympus VG-160 Portrait photography details
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good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
34
MP count decent (14MP)
features face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Street photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Street photography camera
56
lighter than competition in class (125g)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Sports photography information
Olympus VG-160 Sports photography information
29
good resolution (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
27
MP count decent (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery power (165 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
not so great battery life (180 shots)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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lighter than competition (125 grams)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
bad battery power (165 per charge)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Landscape photography advice
Olympus VG-160 Landscape photography advice
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
lack of Timelapse recording
37
really wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
bad battery power (165 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus VG-160 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition in class (125g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone support
30
really wide (26mm)
features face detection focusing
lighter than competition (125 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Olympus VG-160
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Olympus VG-160
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Olympus VG-160
Also referred to as FinePix JV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 7cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 lbs) 125 grams (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 shots 165 shots
Battery style AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - LI-70B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $49 $90