Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500
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Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Successor is Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ505

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX500 IS and FujiFilm JZ500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX500 IS was revealed 2 years after the JZ500 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX500 IS scores against the JZ500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The full galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the FujiFilm JZ500
SX500 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 27 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Canon SX500 IS
JZ500 | SX500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and FujiFilm JZ500
SX500 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS has got outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ500 has specifications of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX500 IS and FujiFilm JZ500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX500 IS vs the JZ500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and JZ500 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX500 IS and JZ500.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX500 IS to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX500 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix JZ505 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/1600 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341g (0.75 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 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 | 195 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $230 |