Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JV150 was launched 11 months earlier than the S1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm JV150 grades versus the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic S1
Fujifilm JV150 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm JV150
S1 | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic S1
Fujifilm JV150 | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 vs the S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JV150 and S1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JV150 and S1.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JV150 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JV150 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $269 |