FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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
- Also Known as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon P330
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the P340 (12MP) is relatively close but the JZ500 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor size.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe JZ500 was brought out 4 years earlier than the P340 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the JZ500 scores vs the P340 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Nikon Coolpix P340. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Nikon P340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon P340
JZ500 | P340 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the FujiFilm JZ500
P340 | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | June 2010 | Newer by 44 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon P340
JZ500 | P340 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon P340 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon P340 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the JZ500 vs the P340.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and P340 is 93 and 92 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and P340.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The JZ500 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the FujiFilm JZ500 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P340 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix P340 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix P340 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/1.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 6.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | No |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 273 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $380 |