FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced June 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched August 2009

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was manufactured 11 months after the P80 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the JZ500 scores versus the P80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Pentax P80
JZ500 | P80 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the FujiFilm JZ500
P80 | JZ500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Pentax P80
JZ500 | P80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the JZ500 against the P80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and P80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and P80.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the FujiFilm JZ500 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent JZ500 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Also called as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
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 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $230 | $200 |