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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Released August 2011
Panasonic FH2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview

The following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was unveiled 8 months after the FH2 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up vs the FH2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Panasonic FH2

 Fujifilm JX370 FH2 
AnnouncedAugust 2011January 2011Newer by 8 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Fujifilm JX370

 FH2 Fujifilm JX370 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH2

 Fujifilm JX370 FH2 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX370 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 vs the FH2.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX370 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX370 and FH2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm JX370 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JX370
Portrait photography with Panasonic FH2
28
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
33
MP count good (14 megapixels)
provides face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX370
Street photography with Panasonic FH2
55
lighter than competition in class (124g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch to focus
lighter than average in class (121 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Sports photography advice
Panasonic FH2 Sports photography advice
31
MP count good (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (190 shots)
no phase detect autofocus
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
great battery pack (270 per charge)
slow fps (4.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography advice
Panasonic FH2 Travel photography advice
65
lighter than competition in class (124g)
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
bad battery power (190 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
72
great battery pack (270 per charge)
lighter than average in class (121 grams)
provides touch to focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FH2 Landscape photography advice
32
decently wide (28mm)
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
bad battery power (190 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
41
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
great battery pack (270 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FH2 Vlogging advice
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic socket
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focusing
lighter than average in class (121g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH2
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
Alternate name - Lumix DMC-FS16
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-08-11 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine IV
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing 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 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.1-6.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/1800s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 124g (0.27 lb) 121g (0.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 190 pictures 270 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $159 $149