FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternative 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
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Here is a complete overview of the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was revealed 3 years prior to the TG-830 iHS and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the JZ500 matches up versus the TG-830 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
JZ500 | TG-830 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the FujiFilm JZ500
TG-830 iHS | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
JZ500 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the JZ500 versus the TG-830 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and TG-830 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and TG-830 iHS.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Alternative name | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
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 distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
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 | ||
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 300 photos |
Style of battery | - | 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 shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $230 | $0 |