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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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
Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
  • Announced July 2010
  • Alternate Name is WB5000
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W, former is 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 HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The JZ500 was unveiled about the same time to the HZ25W which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the JZ500 grades against the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung HZ25W

 JZ500 HZ25W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the FujiFilm JZ500

 HZ25W JZ500 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung HZ25W

 JZ500 HZ25W 
AnnouncedJune 2010July 2010Similar age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 vs the HZ25W.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and HZ25W.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the FujiFilm JZ500 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography features
Samsung HZ25W Portrait photography features
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
34
manual focus
exports RAW formats
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Street photography with Samsung HZ25W
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
55
image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ25W as a Sports photography camera
35
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
34
long zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung HZ25W as a Travel photography camera
67
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
52
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
long reach (624mm)
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography advice
Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography advice
37
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
43
manual focus
relatively wide (26mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging info
Samsung HZ25W Vlogging info
28
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
24
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung HZ25W
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung HZ25W
General Information
Make FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung HZ25W
Also called as FinePix JZ505 WB5000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-06-16 2010-07-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 168g (0.37 lb) 428g (0.94 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $230 $350