FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released June 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was released 3 years earlier than the F5 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the JZ500 matches up vs the F5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Panasonic F5
JZ500 | F5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the FujiFilm JZ500
F5 | JZ500 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic F5
JZ500 | F5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has physical measurements 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 Panasonic F5 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic F5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 versus the F5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and F5 is 93 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and F5.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Also Known as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $230 | $100 |