FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm Z30

Here, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 17 months later than the Fujifilm Z30 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the JZ500 scores versus the Fujifilm Z30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has sizing of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Fujifilm Z30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 vs the Fujifilm Z30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and Fujifilm Z30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and Fujifilm Z30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm JZ500 to offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger JZ500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.