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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Released June 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ505
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
  • Announced June 2013
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here is a extensive comparison of the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the JZ500 matches up vs the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Sony TF1

 JZ500 TF1 

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 TF1 JZ500 
AnnouncedJune 2013June 2010Fresher by 36 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Sony TF1

 JZ500 TF1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the JZ500 and the TF1.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and TF1.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TF1 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography factors
Sony TF1 Portrait photography factors
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has face detection focus
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Street photography with Sony TF1
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
features touch focus
weather sealing
lighter than average (152g)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Sony TF1
35
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
weather sealing
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (240 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography highlights
Sony TF1 Travel photography highlights
67
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
no Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average (152 grams)
weather sealing
features touch focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
bad battery (240 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Landscape photography with Sony TF1
37
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse function
40
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
weather sealing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
bad battery (240 shots)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging advice
Sony TF1 Vlogging advice
28
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone port
33
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
lighter than average (152g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Sony TF1
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Otherwise known as FinePix JZ505 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2010-06-16 2013-06-21
Body design 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing distance 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 152g (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life - 240 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $230 $266