FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

The following is a in depth comparison of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was revealed 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 4G which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the JZ500 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.