FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH20

On this page, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was brought out 13 months later than the FH20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the JV200 matches up vs the FH20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV200 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH20 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the JV200 compared to the FH20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JV200 and FH20 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and FH20.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher JV200 should have a benefit in sensor technology.