FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Released February 2010
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe JZ500 was brought out 5 months later than the L21 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the JZ500 grades versus the L21 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Nikon Coolpix L21. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon L21
JZ500 | L21 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the FujiFilm JZ500
L21 | JZ500 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon L21
JZ500 | L21 | |||
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Released | June 2010 | February 2010 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon L21 has measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 vs the L21.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and L21 is 93 and 93 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and L21.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to offer you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Also called | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 8MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 169g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $230 | $180 |