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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(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
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JZ505
Panasonic FX700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
  • 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
  • Introduced July 2010
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was revealed very close to the FX700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the JZ500 scores versus the FX700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Panasonic FX700

 JZ500 FX700 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 FX700 JZ500 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic FX700

 JZ500 FX700 
IntroducedJune 2010July 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Panasonic FX700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the JZ500 compared to the FX700.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and FX700 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and FX700.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FX700 Portrait photography highlights
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
38
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Street photography camera
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Sports photography camera
35
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Travel photography camera
67
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
very long zoom (280mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
65
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Landscape photography camera
37
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
49
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.2)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FX700 Vlogging advice
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
33
pretty wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f2.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing external microphone socket
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic FX700
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
Also called as FinePix JZ505 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-06-16 2010-07-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.2-5.9
Macro focus distance 2cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.60 m 7.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
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 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD
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 None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 176 grams (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $230 $399