FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S31

In this article, we will be matching up the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and S31 (10MP) and the JZ500 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") come with totally different sensor size.

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The JZ500 was brought out 4 years prior to the S31 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the JZ500 grades vs the S31 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 compared to the S31.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and S31 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and S31.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JZ500 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the FujiFilm JZ500 will show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.