FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic G10

Let's look more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic G10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the G10 (12MP) is fairly close but the JZ500 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The JZ500 was announced around the same time to the G10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the JZ500 matches up vs the G10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic G10 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic G10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 compared to the G10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and G10 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and G10.

All in all, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The JZ500 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the FujiFilm JZ500 will render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.