Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500
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Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ505

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was launched 24 months later than the JZ500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX150 IS scores against the JZ500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the FujiFilm JZ500
SX150 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Canon SX150 IS
JZ500 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and FujiFilm JZ500
SX150 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS features exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the FujiFilm JZ500 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX150 IS and the JZ500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and JZ500 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and JZ500.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX150 IS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix JZ505 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-14 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | 130 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $249 | $230 |