FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was released 3 years prior to the HX20V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the JZ500 grades against the HX20V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the JZ500 versus the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and HX20V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and HX20V.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older JZ500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.