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FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(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
  • Other Name is FinePix JV205
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternative Name is WB600
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Here, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was launched 12 months after the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the JV200 scores against the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Samsung HZ30W

 JV200 HZ30W 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the FujiFilm JV200

 HZ30W JV200 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Samsung HZ30W

 JV200 HZ30W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 offers physical 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 Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the JV200 vs the HZ30W.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and HZ30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JV200 and HZ30W.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the FujiFilm JV200 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer JV200 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography features
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography features
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
you can focus manually
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JV200
Street photography with Samsung HZ30W
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (245 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Sports photography info
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography info
29
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
42
excellent zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV200
Travel photography with Samsung HZ30W
60
lighter than competition (125 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
63
lighter than competitors (245g)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
long zoom (360mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Landscape photography details
Samsung HZ30W Landscape photography details
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
bad battery life (180 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
43
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Vlogging info
Samsung HZ30W Vlogging info
25
lighter than competition (125g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone jack
30
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (245 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Samsung HZ30W
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Samsung HZ30W
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Samsung HZ30W
Other name FinePix JV205 WB600
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2010-01-19
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 lb) 245 gr (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 pictures -
Type of battery AA -
Battery model - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $49 $280