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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung WB50F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(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
Samsung WB50F
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung WB50F

 JZ500 WB50F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the FujiFilm JZ500

 WB50F JZ500 
IntroducedJanuary 2014June 2010More modern by 43 months
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB50F

 JZ500 WB50F 
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F size comparison

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

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB50F Portrait photography factors
28
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
37
focusing manually
decent MP (16MP)
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (207g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Sports photography camera
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography highlights
Samsung WB50F Travel photography highlights
67
decent MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than others in class (207 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
very long zoom (288mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung WB50F Landscape photography highlights
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
47
focusing manually
pretty wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ500
Vlogging with Samsung WB50F
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone support
30
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (207 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB50F
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung WB50F
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