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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V front
Portability
89
Imaging
45
Features
57
Overall
49

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Also referred to as FinePix JZ505
Sony HX50V
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
  • 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
  • Launched April 2013
  • Older Model is Sony HX30V
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was unveiled 3 years prior to the HX50V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the JZ500 matches up against the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Sony HX50V

 JZ500 HX50V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the FujiFilm JZ500

 HX50V JZ500 
LaunchedApril 2013June 2010Fresher by 34 months
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Sony HX50V

 JZ500 HX50V 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor 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) and the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 compared to the HX50V.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and HX50V.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX50V to offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography information
Sony HX50V Portrait photography information
28
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
51
manual focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Street photography details
Sony HX50V Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (272 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Sports photography camera
Sony HX50V as a Sports photography camera
35
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
58
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
has tracking focus
great battery life (400 per charge)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography details
Sony HX50V Travel photography details
67
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
71
great battery life (400 CIPA)
lighter than average in class (272 grams)
MP count decent (20MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long zoom (720mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5 )
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography advice
Sony HX50V Landscape photography advice
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
54
manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
great battery life (400 shots)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5 )
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ500
Vlogging with Sony HX50V
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
34
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (272 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5 )
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone port
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony HX50V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Sony HX50V
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V
Also called as FinePix JZ505 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-06-16 2013-04-24
Body design 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 5184 x 2920
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.5 - 6.3
Macro focus distance 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - XtraFine LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lb) 272 grams (0.60 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5")
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 life - 400 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $230 $439