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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ100
(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
Panasonic FH20
(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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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview

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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The Fujifilm JZ100 was released 2 years later than the FH20 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

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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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Panasonic FH20

 Fujifilm JZ100 FH20 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2010Fresher 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 typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display size
Display resolution230k230kSame 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).

See the Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FH20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and FH20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JZ100
Portrait photography with Panasonic FH20
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH20 as a Street photography camera
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (129g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Sports photography details
Panasonic FH20 Sports photography details
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
max frames per second low (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FH20 as a Travel photography camera
68
lighter than others in class (129g)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
64
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FH20 as a Landscape photography camera
37
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Vlogging information
Panasonic FH20 Vlogging information
31
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (129 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FH20
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ100Panasonic 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