FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was released 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the JZ500 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
JZ500 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the FujiFilm JZ500
Galaxy Camera 2 | JZ500 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 43 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+807k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
JZ500 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys outer 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) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the JZ500 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older JZ500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Also called | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 283 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 400 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $400 |