FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced March 2014
- Renewed by Olympus SH-2

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus SH-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was launched 4 years before the SH-1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the JZ500 matches up versus the SH-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Olympus SH-1
JZ500 | SH-1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the FujiFilm JZ500
SH-1 | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 46 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus SH-1
JZ500 | SH-1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus SH-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 versus the SH-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and SH-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and SH-1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-1 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 271g (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | - | 380 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $230 | $349 |