FujiFilm F80EXR vs FujiFilm JZ500

Let's look a little more closely at the FujiFilm F80EXR versus FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the F80EXR (12MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the F80EXR (1/2") and JZ500 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The F80EXR was introduced at a similar time to the JZ500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the F80EXR matches up against the JZ500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm F80EXR comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the FujiFilm JZ500 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm F80EXR versus FujiFilm JZ500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the F80EXR against the JZ500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the F80EXR and JZ500 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the F80EXR and JZ500.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The F80EXR with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the FujiFilm JZ500 will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.