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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AX355
Fujifilm JX500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2012
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by FujiFilm. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was brought out 12 months before the Fujifilm JX500 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the AX350 grades vs the Fujifilm JX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Fujifilm JX500

 AX350 Fujifilm JX500 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the FujiFilm AX350

 Fujifilm JX500 AX350 
RevealedJanuary 2012January 2011Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm JX500

 AX350 Fujifilm JX500 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm AX350 features external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm JX500 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the AX350 versus the Fujifilm JX500.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and Fujifilm JX500 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and Fujifilm JX500.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm AX350 to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older AX350 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography info
Fujifilm JX500 Portrait photography info
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decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm AX350
Street photography with Fujifilm JX500
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no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
55
lighter than average in class (113g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm JX500 Sports photography advice
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decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery (180 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
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megapixel count decent (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AX350
Travel photography with Fujifilm JX500
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decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
not so great battery (180 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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lighter than average in class (113 grams)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm JX500 as a Landscape photography camera
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decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
not so great battery (180 per charge)
no Timelapse mode
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rather wide (26mm)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm AX350
Vlogging with Fujifilm JX500
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wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone jack
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than average in class (113g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm JX500
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Fujifilm FinePix JX500
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Fujifilm FinePix JX500
Also Known as FinePix AX355 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2012-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3440 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 lb) 113g (0.25 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 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 180 photos -
Battery type AA -
Battery ID - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $0 $90