FujiFilm AX350 vs FujiFilm JZ500

Below, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm AX350 versus FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was brought out 7 months later than the JZ500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the AX350 grades against the JZ500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has got physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ500 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the AX350 compared to the JZ500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and JZ500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AX350 and JZ500.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm AX350 to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher AX350 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.