Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Launched September 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ505

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was introduced 2 years after the JZ500 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZR1000 grades versus the JZ500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the FujiFilm JZ500
EX-ZR1000 | JZ500 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 28 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
JZ500 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and FujiFilm JZ500
EX-ZR1000 | JZ500 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ500 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the JZ500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and JZ500 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and JZ500.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR1000 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR1000 will have an edge in sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 |
Also called | - | FinePix JZ505 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-09-25 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 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 | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 255g (0.56 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" 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 life | 470 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $572 | $230 |