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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Announced June 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JZ505
Panasonic ZS7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Launched July 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
  • Updated by Panasonic ZS8
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview

Here, we will be matching up the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 13 months earlier than the ZS7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the JZ500 matches up against the ZS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Panasonic ZS7

 JZ500 ZS7 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 ZS7 JZ500 
LaunchedJuly 2011June 2010Fresher by 13 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic ZS7

 JZ500 ZS7 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 provides 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 against the ZS7.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and ZS7.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the FujiFilm JZ500 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older JZ500 will be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS7 as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography info
Panasonic ZS7 Street photography info
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS7
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS7 Travel photography features
67
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than competition in class (218 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (300mm)
lack of Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic ZS7 Landscape photography factors
37
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
38
rather wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS7 as a Vlogging camera
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
30
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone support
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Panasonic ZS7
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7
Also Known as FinePix JZ505 Lumix DMC-TZ10
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-06-16 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine HD II
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focusing range 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 5.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 218 grams (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $230 $350