FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS45
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS60

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JV200 was introduced 5 years before the ZS50 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the JV200 grades versus the ZS50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Panasonic ZS50
JV200 | ZS50 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the FujiFilm JV200
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 48 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Panasonic ZS50
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 has got outside dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the JV200 vs the ZS50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and ZS50 is 96 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and ZS50.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the FujiFilm JV200 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older JV200 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV200 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JV205 | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 243 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 44 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 300 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $49 | $350 |