FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Following is a complete review of the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe JZ500 was announced 3 years earlier than the TG-630 iHS which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the JZ500 matches up against the TG-630 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
| JZ500 | TG-630 iHS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the FujiFilm JZ500
| TG-630 iHS | JZ500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
| JZ500 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 offers external 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) whilst the Olympus TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 compared to the TG-630 iHS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and TG-630 iHS is 93 and 94 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and TG-630 iHS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
| Also Known as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $230 | $200 |
