FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32
93 Imaging
36 Features
24 Overall
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90 Imaging
36 Features
23 Overall
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2014

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S32, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the S32 (13MP) is pretty comparable but the JZ500 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") offer different sensor size.

The JZ500 was revealed 4 years prior to the S32 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the JZ500 matches up versus the S32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Nikon Coolpix S32. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon S32
JZ500 | S32 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the FujiFilm JZ500
S32 | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 44 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S32
JZ500 | S32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outside measurements 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 S32 has specifications of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S32 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the JZ500 versus the S32.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and S32 is 93 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and S32.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The JZ500 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the FujiFilm JZ500 will show greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older JZ500 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Also Known as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 life | - | 220 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $230 | $180 |