Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500
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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs
(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- Superseded the Canon SX200 IS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
(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

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").

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.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the FujiFilm JZ500
SX210 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Canon SX210 IS
JZ500 | SX210 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and FujiFilm JZ500
SX210 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Released | June 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal 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.
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.

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

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.

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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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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 |