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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 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
  • Announced June 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ505
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Other Name is PL65
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung SL620, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was launched 17 months after the SL620 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the JZ500 matches up against the SL620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung SL620

 JZ500 SL620 
AnnouncedJune 2010February 2009Newer by 17 months

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 SL620 JZ500 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung SL620

 JZ500 SL620 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurements
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys external dimensions 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 SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung SL620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ500 compared to the SL620.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and SL620 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and SL620.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer JZ500 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Portrait photography with Samsung SL620
28
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
26
provides face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography advice
Samsung SL620 Street photography advice
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than others (168 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography details
Samsung SL620 Sports photography details
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography info
Samsung SL620 Travel photography info
67
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
50
built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (168 grams)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography info
Samsung SL620 Landscape photography info
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
23
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ500
Vlogging with Samsung SL620
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone port
24
provides face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic port
heavier than others (168g)
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung SL620
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung SL620
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung SL620
Other name FinePix JZ505 PL65
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-06-16 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focusing range 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 168g (0.37 pounds) 168g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $230 $200