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FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JV205
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the JV200 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was manufactured 2 years after the G3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the JV200 scores against the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Sony G3

 JV200 G3 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2009Newer by 25 months

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the FujiFilm JV200

 G3 JV200 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Sony G3

 JV200 G3 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the JV200 vs the G3.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JV200 and G3.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the FujiFilm JV200 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher JV200 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony G3 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
26
focusing manually
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Street photography features
Sony G3 Street photography features
56
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JV200
Sports photography with Sony G3
29
good MP (14MP)
supports tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
23
has image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 as a Travel photography camera
Sony G3 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
terrible battery (180 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
50
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Landscape photography features
Sony G3 Landscape photography features
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
terrible battery (180 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
36
focusing manually
very good size screen (3.5")
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Vlogging factors
Sony G3 Vlogging factors
25
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
27
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Sony G3
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Also called FinePix JV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2009-01-08
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 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.5-10.0
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3.5"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
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) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 lbs) 185 grams (0.41 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 images -
Battery format AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD / SDHC Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $49 $200