FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was introduced 3 years earlier than the S5200 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the JZ500 scores vs the S5200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon S5200
JZ500 | S5200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the FujiFilm JZ500
S5200 | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 31 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S5200
JZ500 | S5200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 features physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Nikon S5200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ500 compared to the S5200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and S5200 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and S5200.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S5200 to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S5200 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S5200 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lb) | 146g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 160 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $230 | $130 |