FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony HX20V

Let's look much closer at the FujiFilm JV200 and Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the JV200 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was released 18 months earlier than the HX20V which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the JV200 scores against the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JV200 and Sony HX20V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the JV200 compared to the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and HX20V.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.