FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon S800c
JZ500 | S800c |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the FujiFilm JZ500
S800c | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 32 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+589k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S800c
JZ500 | S800c | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S800c Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S800c | |
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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 |