FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Released November 2013
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Let's look closer at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the JZ500 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe JZ500 was launched 4 years before the LF1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the JZ500 scores vs the LF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Panasonic LF1
| JZ500 | LF1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the FujiFilm JZ500
| LF1 | JZ500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2013 |  | June 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic LF1
| JZ500 | LF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 provides 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) and the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1 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 are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 vs the LF1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and LF1 is 93 and 92 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and LF1.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The JZ500 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the FujiFilm JZ500 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
| Other name | FinePix JZ505 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-11-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.0-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.60 m | 7.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $230 | $500 |