FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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
- Other Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2012
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Here, we are evaluating the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe JZ500 was launched 23 months before the TG-1 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the JZ500 grades vs the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
JZ500 | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the FujiFilm JZ500
TG-1 iHS | JZ500 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | June 2010 | More recent by 23 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
JZ500 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ500 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ500 against the TG-1 iHS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and TG-1 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and TG-1 iHS.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Also called | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2012-05-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 350 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $230 | $399 |