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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
29
Overall
32

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JV205
Panasonic FX580
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was introduced 24 months after the FX580 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the JV200 matches up against the FX580 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic FX580

 JV200 FX580 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2009More modern by 24 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the FujiFilm JV200

 FX580 JV200 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FX580

 JV200 FX580 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 offers outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic FX580 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the JV200 compared to the FX580.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JV200 and FX580 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and FX580.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the FujiFilm JV200 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger JV200 provides an edge in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FX580 Portrait photography info
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
26
includes face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Street photography factors
Panasonic FX580 Street photography factors
56
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic FX580 Sports photography highlights
29
decent megapixels (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV200
Travel photography with Panasonic FX580
60
lighter than others in class (125g)
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
58
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JV200
Landscape photography with Panasonic FX580
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
missing Time Lapse function
36
decently wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV200
Vlogging with Panasonic FX580
25
lighter than others in class (125g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
30
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic port
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic FX580
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
Also referred to as FinePix JV205 Lumix DMC-FX550
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2009-01-27
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 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 6.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 pounds) 167 gr (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 photos -
Style of battery AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $49 $499