FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm SL300

On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm SL300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The JZ500 was launched 18 months earlier than the Fujifilm SL300 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the JZ500 grades against the Fujifilm SL300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm SL300 has measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm SL300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 against the Fujifilm SL300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and Fujifilm SL300 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and Fujifilm SL300.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.