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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW120 front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Revealed June 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JZ505
Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
  • Announced February 2014
  • Previous Model is Nikon AW110
  • Renewed by Nikon AW130
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Overview

The following is a complete comparison of the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon AW120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 4 years before the AW120 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the JZ500 scores versus the AW120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon AW120

 JZ500 AW120 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 AW120 JZ500 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014June 2010Newer by 44 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon AW120

 JZ500 AW120 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 and the AW120.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and AW120 is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and AW120.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon AW120 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Portrait photography with Nikon AW120
28
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
35
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Street photography camera
Nikon AW120 as a Street photography camera
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Nikon AW120
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment sealing
great battery (350 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography features
Nikon AW120 Travel photography features
67
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
great battery (350 per charge)
environment sealing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon AW120 as a Landscape photography camera
37
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
48
decently wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
environment sealing
great battery (350 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging details
Nikon AW120 Vlogging details
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone support
33
decently wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon AW120
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Nikon Coolpix AW120
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Nikon Coolpix AW120
Other name FinePix JZ505 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2010-06-16 2014-02-07
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.8-4.9
Macro focus range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 213 grams (0.47 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 350 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $230 $350