FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched April 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS15
- New Model is Panasonic ZS25

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic ZS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JV200 was manufactured 15 months before the ZS20 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the JV200 matches up versus the ZS20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic ZS20
JV200 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the FujiFilm JV200
ZS20 | JV200 | |||
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Launched | April 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 15 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic ZS20
JV200 | ZS20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV200 has outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic ZS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the JV200 and the ZS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JV200 and ZS20 is 96 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and ZS20.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged JV200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Alternative name | FinePix JV205 | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 206 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 images | 260 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $49 | $349 |