FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH25

Following is a extensive review of the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was announced within a month of the FH25 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the JV200 grades versus the FH25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the JV200 and the FH25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and FH25 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and FH25.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH25 to render more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively.