FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST6500

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung ST6500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was launched 7 months earlier than the ST6500 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the JZ500 matches up vs the ST6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 compared to the ST6500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and ST6500 is 93 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and ST6500.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.