FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S9500

Below is a extensive review of the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S9500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and S9500 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 3 years before the S9500 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the JZ500 matches up against the S9500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S9500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ500 vs the S9500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and S9500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and S9500.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.