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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
29
Overall
34

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Released January 2012
Panasonic S2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Overview

Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 versus Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was unveiled very close to the S2 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JZ200 matches up vs the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Panasonic S2

 Fujifilm JZ200 S2 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Fujifilm JZ200

 S2 Fujifilm JZ200 

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic S2

 Fujifilm JZ200 S2 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2012Same age
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ200 offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm JZ200 versus Panasonic S2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 and the S2.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ200 and S2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JZ200 and S2.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm JZ200 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Portrait photography info
Panasonic S2 Portrait photography info
30
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
34
decent megapixels (14MP)
features face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Street photography with Panasonic S2
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (135 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (112g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Sports photography details
Panasonic S2 Sports photography details
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
has tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
good battery life (280 per charge)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Travel photography information
Panasonic S2 Travel photography information
68
lighter than competition (135 grams)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
71
good battery life (280 shots)
lighter than average in class (112g)
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JZ200
Landscape photography with Panasonic S2
43
decently wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
no manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
41
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
good battery life (280 shots)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JZ200 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic S2 Vlogging highlights
31
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (135 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
33
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
lighter than average in class (112g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic support
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic S2
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ200Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-01-05 2012-01-09
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 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-200mm (8.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/3.1-6.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AEB
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135g (0.30 lbs) 112g (0.25 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 280 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID 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 Single Single
Launch price $0 $109