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Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs

Fujifilm JV150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Released February 2010
Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm JV150 was announced 12 months after the Fujifilm Z30 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm JV150 matches up versus the Fujifilm Z30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm JV150 Fujifilm Z30 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010February 2009Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Fujifilm JV150

 Fujifilm Z30 Fujifilm JV150 

Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm JV150 Fujifilm Z30 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 provides outer dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 and the Fujifilm Z30.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JV150 and Fujifilm Z30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and Fujifilm Z30.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm JV150 to provide extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JV150 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Portrait photography details
Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography details
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
19
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Street photography camera
56
lighter than competitors (126g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
55
lighter than average (110 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Sports photography camera
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than competitors (126g)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
56
lighter than average (110g)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Landscape photography info
Fujifilm Z30 Landscape photography info
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
22
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Vlogging details
Fujifilm Z30 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competitors (126g)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic port
25
lighter than average (110 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JV150 and Fujifilm Z30
 Fujifilm FinePix JV150Fujifilm FinePix Z30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm FinePix JV150 Fujifilm FinePix Z30
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-02-02 2009-02-17
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-111mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focus range 10cm 8cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 3 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126 gr (0.28 pounds) 110 gr (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 model NP-45A NP-45
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $0 $150