Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced July 2011

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm JV150 versus Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JV150 was announced 17 months earlier than the HX7V making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm JV150 matches up versus the HX7V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Sony HX7V
Fujifilm JV150 | HX7V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Fujifilm JV150
HX7V | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Sony HX7V
Fujifilm JV150 | HX7V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JV150 offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Fujifilm JV150 versus Sony HX7V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 compared to the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JV150 and HX7V is 96 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JV150 and HX7V.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX7V to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 ID | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $499 |