FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony HX80

Lets take a closer look at the FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the JV200 (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was launched 6 years before the HX80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the JV200 scores vs the HX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony HX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the JV200 versus the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and HX80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV200 and HX80.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX80 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.