Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
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In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades vs the FH20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Panasonic FH20
| Fujifilm JZ100 | FH20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Fujifilm JZ100
| FH20 | Fujifilm JZ100 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FH20
| Fujifilm JZ100 | FH20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ100 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 and the FH20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and FH20 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and FH20.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm JZ100 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
| Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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), 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 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 129g (0.28 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
| 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 model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $190 | $179 |