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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 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
  • Launched June 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JZ505
Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Other Name is ST5000
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung TL240, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was launched 6 months after the TL240 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the JZ500 matches up against the TL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung TL240

 JZ500 TL240 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 TL240 JZ500 
Screen size3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung TL240

 JZ500 TL240 
LaunchedJune 2010January 2010Similar age
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. 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 TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ500 against the TL240.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and TL240 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and TL240.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL240 Portrait photography factors
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Street photography with Samsung TL240
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Samsung TL240
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography details
Samsung TL240 Travel photography details
67
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
no Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
60
offers focus via touch
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (160g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography information
Samsung TL240 Landscape photography information
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse recording
37
lovely big screen (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL240 as a Vlogging camera
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone support
27
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung TL240
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung TL240
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung TL240
Also Known as FinePix JZ505 ST5000
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-06-16 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
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 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4334 x 3256
Highest native ISO 1600 4800
Highest boosted ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
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 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $230 $171