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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 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
  • Revealed August 2011
Panasonic FH20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was unveiled 20 months later than the FH20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm JX370 grades versus the FH20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Panasonic FH20

 Fujifilm JX370 FH20 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2010Fresher by 20 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Fujifilm JX370

 FH20 Fujifilm JX370 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH20

 Fujifilm JX370 FH20 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX370 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 versus the FH20.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and FH20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX370 and FH20.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm JX370 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JX370
Portrait photography with Panasonic FH20
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Street photography features
Panasonic FH20 Street photography features
55
lighter than competition (124g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH20 as a Sports photography camera
31
good MP (14MP)
provides tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (190 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
34
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FH20 Travel photography factors
65
lighter than competition (124 grams)
good MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low battery pack (190 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
64
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FH20 as a Landscape photography camera
32
quite wide (28mm)
good MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
low battery pack (190 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse mode
37
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FH20 as a Vlogging camera
28
quite wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (124 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
28
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Panasonic FH20
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-FS30
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-08-11 2010-01-06
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 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.80 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 gr (0.27 lb) 178 gr (0.39 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1")
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 photographs -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $159 $179