FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon L28

In this article, we are looking at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and L28 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 3 years before the L28 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the JZ500 matches up against the L28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix L28. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon L28 has dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon L28 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 against the L28.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and L28 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and L28.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L28 to show greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.