FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SZ-15

Following is a complete comparison of the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SZ-15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was released 4 years prior to the SZ-15 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the JZ500 matches up against the SZ-15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 vs the SZ-15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and SZ-15 is 93 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and SZ-15.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.