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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ505
Samsung WB250F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2013
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was brought out 3 years prior to the WB250F which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the JZ500 scores versus the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung WB250F

 JZ500 WB250F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the FujiFilm JZ500

 WB250F JZ500 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013June 2010Newer by 31 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB250F

 JZ500 WB250F 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 features 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) and the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JZ500 vs the WB250F.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ500 and WB250F.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Portrait photography camera
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography factors
Samsung WB250F Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (226 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Samsung WB250F
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
51
long zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography advice
Samsung WB250F Travel photography advice
67
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competitors in class (226g)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
great reach (432mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography factors
Samsung WB250F Landscape photography factors
37
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
44
reasonably wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ500
Vlogging with Samsung WB250F
28
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
35
reasonably wide (24mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (226g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone port
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB250F
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung WB250F
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung WB250F
Also referred to as FinePix JZ505 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-06-16 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing range 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB 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) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 226 grams (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" 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 feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $230 $250