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Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Samsung SL820 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Launched August 2011
Samsung SL820
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
  • 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Additionally Known as IT100
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm JX370 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was revealed 2 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up against the SL820 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Samsung SL820

 Fujifilm JX370 SL820 
AnnouncedAugust 2011February 2009More recent by 31 months

Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Fujifilm JX370

 SL820 Fujifilm JX370 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Samsung SL820

 Fujifilm JX370 SL820 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX370 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JX370 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 vs the SL820.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and SL820 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX370 and SL820.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm JX370 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JX370 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung SL820 Portrait photography highlights
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good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
26
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX370
Street photography with Samsung SL820
55
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Sports photography camera
31
good resolution (14MP)
has tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (190 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm JX370
Travel photography with Samsung SL820
65
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
bad battery life (190 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Landscape photography advice
Samsung SL820 Landscape photography advice
32
quite wide (28mm)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery life (190 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse function
32
rather wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging info
Samsung SL820 Vlogging info
28
quite wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
27
rather wide (28mm)
includes face detection focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Samsung SL820
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Samsung SL820
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Samsung SL820
Also referred to as - IT100
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-08-11 2009-02-17
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.4-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.00 m 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124g (0.27 lb) 168g (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $159 $280