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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
40
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs

Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
  • Released June 2010
  • Superseded the Canon SX200 IS
  • New Model is Canon SX230 HS
FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Released June 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix JZ505
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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was released around the same time to the JZ500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX210 IS scores versus the JZ500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the FujiFilm JZ500

 SX210 IS JZ500 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Canon SX210 IS

 JZ500 SX210 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and FujiFilm JZ500

 SX210 IS JZ500 
ReleasedJune 2010June 2010Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS features exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ500 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX210 IS vs the JZ500.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and JZ500 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and JZ500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 sensor size comparison

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Portrait photography advice
FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography advice
37
focusing manually
MP count good (14 megapixels)
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SX210 IS
Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (220g)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX210 IS
Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
43
amazing zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Travel photography advice
FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography advice
68
lighter than competitors in class (220 grams)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
very long zoom (392mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Landscape photography factors
FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography factors
48
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Vlogging highlights
FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging highlights
30
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (220 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
28
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic port
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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX210 IS and FujiFilm JZ500
 Canon PowerShot SX210 ISFujiFilm FinePix JZ500
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon PowerShot SX210 IS FujiFilm FinePix JZ500
Also called - FinePix JZ505
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-06-16 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-392mm (14.0x) 28-280mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.3-5.6
Macro focus range 5cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/1400 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 2.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 220 grams (0.49 lb) 168 grams (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" 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 NB-5L NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $226 $230