FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm JZ100

In this article, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm JZ100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 18 months prior to the Fujifilm JZ100 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the JZ500 grades vs the Fujifilm JZ100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JZ100 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm JZ100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the JZ500 vs the Fujifilm JZ100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and Fujifilm JZ100.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older JZ500 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.