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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung ST700 front
Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JZ505
Samsung ST700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung ST700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was released 6 months before the ST700 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the JZ500 grades vs the ST700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung ST700

 JZ500 ST700 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 ST700 JZ500 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung ST700

 JZ500 ST700 
AnnouncedJune 2010January 2011Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ500 features 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 ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the JZ500 vs the ST700.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and ST700 is 93 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and ST700.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST700 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST700 Portrait photography info
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
29
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Street photography with Samsung ST700
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
50
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography information
Samsung ST700 Sports photography information
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
27
resolution is good (16MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST700 as a Travel photography camera
67
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
long reach (280mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
71
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography information
Samsung ST700 Landscape photography information
37
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
37
fast max aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inches)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST700 as a Vlogging camera
28
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
30
fast max aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone socket
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung ST700
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung ST700
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung ST700
Also called as FinePix JZ505 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-06-16 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 -
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 -
Macro focusing distance 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) -
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $230 $280