FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP30

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm XP30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was unveiled 14 months before the Fujifilm XP30 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the JZ500 scores versus the Fujifilm XP30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP30 has sizing of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm XP30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JZ500 compared to the Fujifilm XP30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and Fujifilm XP30 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and Fujifilm XP30.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.