Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm JV150 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JV150 was introduced 23 months prior to the FH8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm JV150 grades against the FH8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic FH8
Fujifilm JV150 | FH8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Fujifilm JV150
FH8 | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic FH8
Fujifilm JV150 | FH8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JV150 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Fujifilm JV150 versus Panasonic FH8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 compared to the FH8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JV150 and FH8 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and FH8.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH8 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 123g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $149 |