FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L24

Its time to look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the L24 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 7 months before the L24 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the JZ500 matches up against the L24 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix L24. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon L24 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with outer 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) while the Nikon L24 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon L24 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ500 versus the L24.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and L24 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and L24.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ500 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.