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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2012
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Introduced January 2009
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm JZ200 versus Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was revealed 3 years after the FZ28 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm JZ200 scores against the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm JZ200 FZ28 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2009Newer by 37 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm JZ200

 FZ28 Fujifilm JZ200 
Focus manually Very precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm JZ200 FZ28 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ200 features outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JZ200 versus Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 versus the FZ28.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ200 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ200 and FZ28.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm JZ200 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm JZ200 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FZ28 Portrait photography info
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MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
35
manual focus
saves RAW files
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Street photography with Panasonic FZ28
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (135g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Sports photography features
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography features
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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amazing zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
low MP (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Travel photography information
Panasonic FZ28 Travel photography information
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lighter than competition (135 grams)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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built-in flash
relatively wide (27mm)
very long zoom (486mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Landscape photography camera
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pretty wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
40
manual focus
relatively wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm JZ200
Vlogging with Panasonic FZ28
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pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (135g)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
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relatively wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic FZ28
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ200Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-01-05 2009-01-15
Physical type 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 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-200mm (8.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focus range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.60 m 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone 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 135 grams (0.30 lbs) 417 grams (0.92 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 27
DXO Color Depth score not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.1
DXO Low light score not tested 79
Other
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $0 $599