FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax MX-1

Here, we are looking at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is fairly close but the JZ500 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizing.

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The JZ500 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the MX-1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the JZ500 matches up against the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with outside dimensions 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 Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax MX-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 compared to the MX-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and MX-1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The JZ500 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the FujiFilm JZ500 will render extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.