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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
22
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR front
 
Samsung ST6500 front
Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
29
Overall
34

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z700EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix Z707EXR
Samsung ST6500
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Z700EXR (12MP) and ST6500 (16MP) and the Z700EXR (1/2") and ST6500 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Z700EXR was revealed 11 months prior to the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z700EXR scores against the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z700EXR over the Samsung ST6500

 Z700EXR ST6500 
Display sizing3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the FujiFilm Z700EXR

 ST6500 Z700EXR 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2010Fresher by 11 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Samsung ST6500

 Z700EXR ST6500 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution460k460kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm Z700EXR features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Z700EXR against the ST6500.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z700EXR and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z700EXR and ST6500.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z700EXR having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung ST6500 will render more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older Z700EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Z700EXR
Portrait photography with Samsung ST6500
21
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2")
lacks RAW support
29
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST6500 as a Street photography camera
60
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports touch focus
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (158g)
50
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Sports photography features
Samsung ST6500 Sports photography features
24
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2")
lacks phase detect auto focus
29
good resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Travel photography info
Samsung ST6500 Travel photography info
55
supports touch focus
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (158g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
73
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm Z700EXR
Landscape photography with Samsung ST6500
33
big screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
43
relatively wide (26mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST6500 as a Vlogging camera
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
heavier than competitors in class (158 grams)
32
relatively wide (26mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
touch screen
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic support
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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z700EXR and Samsung ST6500
 FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXRSamsung ST6500
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR Samsung ST6500
Also called as FinePix Z707EXR -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-02 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.7 -
Macro focus range 9cm -
Crop factor 5.6 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5" 3"
Display resolution 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.90 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 158 gr (0.35 lb) -
Dimensions 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC Internal -
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $250 -