FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3
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96 Imaging
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JV200 was manufactured 24 months prior to the SZ3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the JV200 scores against the SZ3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic SZ3
JV200 | SZ3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the FujiFilm JV200
SZ3 | JV200 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ3
JV200 | SZ3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the JV200 and the SZ3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and SZ3 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JV200 and SZ3.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ3 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photos | 250 photos |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $49 | $150 |