FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony G3
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced June 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
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On this page, we will be comparing the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JZ500 was introduced 18 months later than the G3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the JZ500 grades against the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Sony G3
| JZ500 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the FujiFilm JZ500
| G3 | JZ500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Sony G3
| JZ500 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 offers external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 against the G3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and G3.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the FujiFilm JZ500 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent JZ500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony G3 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Also called | FinePix JZ505 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | 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 | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $230 | $200 |