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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Samsung WB800F front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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 referred to as FinePix JZ505
Samsung WB800F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2013
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Overview

Following is a in depth overview of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The JZ500 was launched 3 years prior to the WB800F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the JZ500 scores vs the WB800F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung WB800F

 JZ500 WB800F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the FujiFilm JZ500

 WB800F JZ500 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013June 2010More modern by 31 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
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 WB800F

 JZ500 WB800F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 offers physical dimensions 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 WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the JZ500 vs the WB800F.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and WB800F.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography information
Samsung WB800F Portrait photography information
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
43
focusing manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography info
Samsung WB800F Street photography info
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB800F as a Sports photography camera
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
52
amazing zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Travel photography with Samsung WB800F
67
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competition in class (218 grams)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (23mm)
great zoom (483mm)
no Timelapse function
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Landscape photography with Samsung WB800F
37
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
49
focusing manually
decently wide (23mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging factors
Samsung WB800F Vlogging factors
28
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
35
decently wide (23mm)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly display
no external microphone support
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB800F
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Samsung WB800F
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Samsung WB800F
Also Known as FinePix JZ505 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-06-16 2013-01-07
Physical type 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance 2cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 16 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) 218 gr (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $230 $300