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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix JV205
Panasonic FH8
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
  • 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2012
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was released 12 months earlier than the FH8 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the JV200 scores vs the FH8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic FH8

 JV200 FH8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the FujiFilm JV200

 FH8 JV200 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2011More modern by 12 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FH8

 JV200 FH8 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 provides outer 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 Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JV200 against the FH8.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and FH8 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and FH8.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH8 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH8 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
34
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH8 as a Street photography camera
56
lighter than competitors (125g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (123g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH8 as a Sports photography camera
29
good resolution (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery power (180 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV200
Travel photography with Panasonic FH8
60
lighter than competitors (125g)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
low battery power (180 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than competitors in class (123 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JV200
Landscape photography with Panasonic FH8
28
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery power (180 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse mode
43
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Vlogging details
Panasonic FH8 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
33
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than competitors in class (123g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FH8
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8
Also referred to as FinePix JV205 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2012-01-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.5-6.4
Macro focus range - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
WB 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125g (0.28 pounds) 123g (0.27 pounds)
Physical 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 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 photographs 260 photographs
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $49 $149