FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP30
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP60

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm XP50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was brought out 18 months before the Fujifilm XP50 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the JZ500 grades vs the Fujifilm XP50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Fujifilm XP50
JZ500 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the FujiFilm JZ500
Fujifilm XP50 | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm XP50
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP50 has proportions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm XP50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ500 versus the Fujifilm XP50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and Fujifilm XP50 is 93 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and Fujifilm XP50.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos however you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The older JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm XP50 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 175 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $230 | $180 |