Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500
99 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
24 Overall
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 848 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ505

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZS5 and FujiFilm JZ500, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZS5 was revealed 7 months after the JZ500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZS5 matches up versus the JZ500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the FujiFilm JZ500
EX-ZS5 | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Casio EX-ZS5
JZ500 | EX-ZS5 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and FujiFilm JZ500
EX-ZS5 | JZ500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the FujiFilm JZ500 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZS5 and FujiFilm JZ500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the JZ500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and JZ500 is 99 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS5 and JZ500.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-ZS5 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix JZ505 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 ID | - | NP-45A |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $100 | $230 |