FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 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
- Released June 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced August 2011

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Let's look much closer at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was revealed 14 months prior to the S6200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the JZ500 matches up versus the S6200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon S6200
JZ500 | S6200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the FujiFilm JZ500
S6200 | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S6200
JZ500 | S6200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon S6200 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the JZ500 compared to the S6200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and S6200 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and S6200.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S6200 to provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Other name | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $230 | $229 |