FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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 referred to as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2014

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The JZ500 was brought out 4 years before the WB50F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the JZ500 scores versus the WB50F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung WB50F
JZ500 | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the FujiFilm JZ500
WB50F | JZ500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB50F
JZ500 | WB50F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 against the WB50F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and WB50F is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and WB50F.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB50F to provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Samsung WB50F |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 207 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45A | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $180 |