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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 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
  • Introduced February 2010
Panasonic FH8
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic FH8

 Fujifilm JV150 FH8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Fujifilm JV150

 FH8 Fujifilm JV150 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012February 2010Newer by 23 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic FH8

 Fujifilm JV150 FH8 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 size comparison

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

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FH8 Portrait photography info
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
34
decent MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Street photography info
Panasonic FH8 Street photography info
55
lighter than others in class (126 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (123 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Sports photography features
Panasonic FH8 Sports photography features
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
40
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
supports tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm JV150
Travel photography with Panasonic FH8
62
lighter than others in class (126 grams)
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than competition in class (123g)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JV150
Landscape photography with Panasonic FH8
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
43
pretty wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Vlogging features
Panasonic FH8 Vlogging features
25
lighter than others in class (126g)
wide angle not great (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
33
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competition in class (123g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic FH8
 Fujifilm FinePix JV150Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8
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