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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JZ505
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Announced July 2009
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

Below is a in-depth assessment of the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 11 months later than the ZR1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the JZ500 scores versus the ZR1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Panasonic ZR1

 JZ500 ZR1 
AnnouncedJune 2010July 2009More recent by 11 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 ZR1 JZ500 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic ZR1

 JZ500 ZR1 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display sizing
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 and the ZR1.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and ZR1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and ZR1.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm JZ500 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer JZ500 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZR1
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZR1 Street photography highlights
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography advice
Panasonic ZR1 Sports photography advice
35
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography details
Panasonic ZR1 Travel photography details
67
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
57
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZR1
37
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
32
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging information
Panasonic ZR1 Vlogging information
28
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic socket
28
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic ZR1
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Also Known as FinePix JZ505 Lumix DMC-ZX1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-06-16 2009-07-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine V
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 2cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 158 grams (0.35 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" 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 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $230 $280