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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Samsung TL500 front
Portability
88
Imaging
34
Features
54
Overall
42

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix AX355
Samsung TL500
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F1.8-2.4) lens
  • 386g - 114 x 63 x 29mm
  • Introduced July 2010
  • Also referred to as EX1
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Overview

Following is a thorough assessment of the FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the AX350 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The AX350 was revealed 6 months after the TL500 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the AX350 scores against the TL500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Samsung TL500

 AX350 TL500 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL500 over the FujiFilm AX350

 TL500 AX350 
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution614k230kSharper screen (+384k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung TL500

 AX350 TL500 
IntroducedJanuary 2011July 2010Same generation
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AX350 enjoys physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the AX350 against the TL500.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and TL500 is 94 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and TL500.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The AX350 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the FujiFilm AX350 will provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL500 as a Portrait photography camera
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
40
focusing manually
saves RAW formats
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL500 as a Street photography camera
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
66
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
heavier than competition (386 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography info
Samsung TL500 Sports photography info
30
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
lack of phase detect auto focus
29
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography advice
Samsung TL500 Travel photography advice
56
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
64
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
decently wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (386g)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL500 as a Landscape photography camera
29
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
not so great battery life (180 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse recording
52
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm AX350
Vlogging with Samsung TL500
22
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
64
decently wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than competition (386 grams)
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Samsung TL500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Samsung TL500
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Samsung TL500
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Samsung TL500
Otherwise known as FinePix AX355 EX1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 2010-07-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3440 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 24-72mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/1.8-2.4
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.20 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 386g (0.85 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 114 x 63 x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 40
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 19.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 129
Other
Battery life 180 pictures -
Form of battery AA -
Battery ID - SLB-07A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $0 $527