Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
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In this article, we will be matching up the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm JZ200 was released 6 months prior to the SZ5 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JZ200 matches up vs the SZ5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Panasonic SZ5
| Fujifilm JZ200 | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Fujifilm JZ200
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Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic SZ5
| Fujifilm JZ200 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 | July 2012 | Same generation | |
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ200 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 and the SZ5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ200 and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ200 and SZ5.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm JZ200 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2012-07-18 |
| Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| 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 | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Screen LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.60 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - | 250 images |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $0 | $195 |