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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung PL200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
22
Overall
30

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Revealed June 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix JZ505
Samsung PL200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
  • Announced July 2010
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was launched around the same time to the PL200 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the JZ500 grades versus the PL200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung PL200

 JZ500 PL200 

Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 PL200 JZ500 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung PL200

 JZ500 PL200 
AnnouncedJune 2010July 2010Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 and the PL200.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and PL200 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and PL200.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography advice
Samsung PL200 Portrait photography advice
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography details
Samsung PL200 Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography highlights
Samsung PL200 Sports photography highlights
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
38
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography advice
Samsung PL200 Travel photography advice
67
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
long reach (280mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
58
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography info
Samsung PL200 Landscape photography info
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
37
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging factors
Samsung PL200 Vlogging factors
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone socket
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung PL200
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung PL200
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung PL200
Also called FinePix JZ505 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-06-16 2010-07-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set 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 Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) 170 gr (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8")
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 BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $230 $0