FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 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
- Also Known as FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced January 2014

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JV200 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SZ8 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the JV200 matches up against the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic SZ8
JV200 | SZ8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the FujiFilm JV200
SZ8 | JV200 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic SZ8
JV200 | SZ8 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV200 provides 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 SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the JV200 vs the SZ8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JV200 and SZ8 is 96 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JV200 and SZ8.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ8 to deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older JV200 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Also Known as | FinePix JV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 159g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 shots | 200 shots |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $49 | $275 |