Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JV150 was introduced 23 months before the SZ1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm JV150 scores against the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic SZ1
Fujifilm JV150 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Fujifilm JV150
SZ1 | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic SZ1
Fujifilm JV150 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 has outside measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 and the SZ1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JV150 and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JV150 and SZ1.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 131g (0.29 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 | - | 250 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $0 | $179 |