FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Samsung WB800F
JZ500 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the FujiFilm JZ500
WB800F | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Samsung WB800F
JZ500 | WB800F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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).
Compare the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Samsung WB800F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Samsung WB800F | |
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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 |