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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S800c front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ505
Nikon S800c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
  • Introduced February 2013
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the S800c (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 3 years earlier than the S800c and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the JZ500 grades vs the S800c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon S800c

 JZ500 S800c 

Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the FujiFilm JZ500

 S800c JZ500 
IntroducedFebruary 2013June 2010Fresher by 32 months
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution819k230kSharper display (+589k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S800c

 JZ500 S800c 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 features external dimensions 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 S800c has dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Nikon S800c in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the JZ500 versus the S800c.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and S800c is 93 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and S800c.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S800c to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography details
Nikon S800c Portrait photography details
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
34
resolution is good (16MP)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Street photography with Nikon S800c
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Nikon S800c
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery (140 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Travel photography with Nikon S800c
67
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
65
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low battery (140 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography features
Nikon S800c Landscape photography features
37
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
41
quite wide (25mm)
big screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low battery (140 shots)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging information
Nikon S800c Vlogging information
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone support
35
quite wide (25mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external mic port
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S800c
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Nikon Coolpix S800c
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Nikon Coolpix S800c
Also called as FinePix JZ505 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-06-16 2013-02-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3.5"
Display resolution 230k dot 819k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 8.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 184 grams (0.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 140 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 seconds)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $230 $290