FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The JV200 was released 12 months earlier than the SZ1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the JV200 matches up vs the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic SZ1
JV200 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the FujiFilm JV200
SZ1 | JV200 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ1
JV200 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 offers outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JV200 versus Panasonic SZ1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the JV200 and the SZ1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and SZ1.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ1 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 pounds) | 131g (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 photos |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $49 | $179 |