Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200
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Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 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
- Released August 2012
- Later Model is Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX500 IS and Fujifilm JZ200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX500 IS was released 8 months after the Fujifilm JZ200 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX500 IS grades vs the Fujifilm JZ200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Fujifilm FinePix JZ200. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Fujifilm JZ200
SX500 IS | Fujifilm JZ200 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Canon SX500 IS
Fujifilm JZ200 | SX500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Fujifilm JZ200
SX500 IS | Fujifilm JZ200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JZ200 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX500 IS and Fujifilm JZ200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX500 IS versus the Fujifilm JZ200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm JZ200 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm JZ200.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The newer SX500 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm JZ200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-08-21 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1600s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341 grams (0.75 lb) | 135 grams (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $299 | $0 |