FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic FZ28

Lets take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the JV200 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was manufactured 24 months later than the FZ28 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the JV200 scores versus the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV200 has 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) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the JV200 versus the FZ28.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and FZ28 is 96 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and FZ28.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the FujiFilm JV200 to give greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern JV200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.