Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JV150 was revealed 3 years before the SZ3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JV150 scores against the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic SZ3
Fujifilm JV150 | SZ3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Fujifilm JV150
SZ3 | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic SZ3
Fujifilm JV150 | SZ3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JV150 offers physical dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 against the SZ3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JV150 and SZ3 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JV150 and SZ3.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 6.08 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 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 lbs) | 126g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 250 shots |
Style 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 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $150 |