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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
41
Overall
38

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JV205
Panasonic SZ7
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was brought out 12 months before the SZ7 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the JV200 scores versus the SZ7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic SZ7

 JV200 SZ7 

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the FujiFilm JV200

 SZ7 JV200 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2011More modern by 12 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ7

 JV200 SZ7 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the JV200 compared to the SZ7.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and SZ7.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged JV200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography information
Panasonic SZ7 Portrait photography information
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
33
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
provides face detection focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic SZ7 as a Street photography camera
56
lighter than average in class (125g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (133g)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic SZ7 as a Sports photography camera
29
MP count decent (14MP)
offers tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 shots)
has no phase detect auto focus
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV200
Travel photography with Panasonic SZ7
60
lighter than average in class (125g)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
low battery pack (180 per charge)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
70
lighter than competition (133 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
long zoom (250mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic SZ7 as a Landscape photography camera
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
no Time Lapse function
42
rather wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JV200
Vlogging with Panasonic SZ7
25
lighter than average in class (125 grams)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic jack
35
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (133g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ7
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7
Also referred to as FinePix JV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus distance - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
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
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) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125g (0.28 lb) 133g (0.29 lb)
Physical 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 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 220 photographs
Form of battery AA Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $49 $199