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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
29
Overall
33

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JZ505
Olympus 8010
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternative Name is mju Tough 8010
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Olympus 8010, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the 8010 (13MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 5 months after the 8010 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the JZ500 grades vs the 8010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Olympus 8010

 JZ500 8010 

Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 8010 JZ500 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus 8010

 JZ500 8010 
ReleasedJune 2010February 2010Same age
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 features exterior dimensions 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 Olympus 8010 has proportions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Olympus 8010 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the JZ500 compared to the 8010.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and 8010 is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and 8010.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm JZ500 to render extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Portrait photography with Olympus 8010
28
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
megapixel count decent (13 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography details
Olympus 8010 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than competitors (245 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography details
Olympus 8010 Sports photography details
35
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (13MP)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
max frames per second low (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography factors
Olympus 8010 Travel photography factors
67
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
64
weather proof
megapixel count decent (13MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors (245 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Landscape photography with Olympus 8010
37
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
40
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (13MP)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging info
Olympus 8010 Vlogging info
28
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
27
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
more heavy than competitors (245g)
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus 8010 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus 8010
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Olympus Stylus Tough 8010
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Olympus Stylus Tough 8010
Also referred to as FinePix JZ505 mju Tough 8010
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2010-06-16 2010-02-02
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 13MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.9-5.9
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 1/4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) 245 gr (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
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 ID NP-45A Li-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 seconds)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $230 $600