FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX48

In this write-up, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 17 months later than the FX48 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the JZ500 grades versus the FX48 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 against the FX48.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and FX48 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and FX48.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm JZ500 to offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher JZ500 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.