FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced June 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Other Name is mju Tough 6000

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and 6000 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was launched 12 months after the 6000 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the JZ500 matches up versus the 6000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Olympus 6000
JZ500 | 6000 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the FujiFilm JZ500
6000 | JZ500 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus 6000
JZ500 | 6000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus 6000 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 compared to the 6000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and 6000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and 6000.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the FujiFilm JZ500 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent JZ500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 6000 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ505 | mju Tough 6000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $230 | $259 |