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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Pentax Optio P80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
23
Overall
29

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 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
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ505
Pentax P80
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Pentax P80

 JZ500 P80 
LaunchedJune 2010August 2009Newer by 11 months

Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 P80 JZ500 
Manual focus More exact focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Pentax P80

 JZ500 P80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kThe 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).

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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.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 size comparison

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

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 top view buttons comparison

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.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography info
Pentax P80 Portrait photography info
28
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
27
you can focus manually
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography factors
Pentax P80 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
55
lighter than average (125 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax P80 as a Sports photography camera
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography information
Pentax P80 Travel photography information
67
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
very long zoom (280mm)
no Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
61
lighter than average (125 grams)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography details
Pentax P80 Landscape photography details
37
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
32
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging highlights
Pentax P80 Vlogging highlights
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic support
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than average (125g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Pentax P80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Pentax P80
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Pentax Optio P80
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