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FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Sigma SD1 front
Portability
77
Imaging
55
Features
43
Overall
50

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix JV205
Sigma SD1
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
  • Introduced September 2010
  • Refreshed by Sigma SD1 Merrill
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the FujiFilm JV200 and Sigma SD1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly close but the JV200 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The JV200 was announced 4 months later than the SD1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JV200 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the JV200 grades versus the SD1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Sigma SD1

 JV200 SD1 

Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the FujiFilm JV200

 SD1 JV200 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Sigma SD1

 JV200 SD1 
IntroducedJanuary 2011September 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm JV200 has external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the JV200 against the SD1.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and SD1 is 96 and 77 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and SD1.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The JV200 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma SD1 will render extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography information
Sigma SD1 Portrait photography information
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
65
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (15 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Street photography highlights
Sigma SD1 Street photography highlights
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
62
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JV200
Sports photography with Sigma SD1
29
MP count good (14MP)
features tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (180 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
56
sensor resolution is decent (15MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
environment proofing
has phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
slow fps (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Travel photography camera
Sigma SD1 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than competition (125g)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery life (180 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
65
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (15 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma SD1 as a Landscape photography camera
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery life (180 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
61
manual focus
swap lenses (Sigma SA mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (15 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
max ISO too low (0)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Vlogging advice
Sigma SD1 Vlogging advice
25
lighter than competition (125 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
9
no video
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Sigma SD1
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Sigma SD1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sigma
Model FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Sigma SD1
Also Known as FinePix JV205 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Advanced DSLR
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-09-21
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip - Dual True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 24 x 16mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 384.0mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4800 x 3200
Highest native ISO 1600 -
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - 2
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Amount of lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 15s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video format Motion JPEG -
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 None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125 grams (0.28 lbs) -
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1")
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 images -
Style of battery AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible)
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $49 $2,339