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Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(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
FujiFilm JZ500
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 EX-ZS5 JZ500 
IntroducedJanuary 2011June 2010Newer by 7 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 JZ500 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and FujiFilm JZ500

 EX-ZS5 JZ500 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Portrait photography with FujiFilm JZ500
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography details
FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography details
32
decent megapixels (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Travel photography with FujiFilm JZ500
71
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
67
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ500
38
good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
37
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
FujiFilm JZ500 as a Vlogging camera
27
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (848 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
28
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and FujiFilm JZ500
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5FujiFilm FinePix JZ500
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