Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm JZ200

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm JZ200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm JZ200 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was introduced 12 months prior to the Fujifilm JZ200 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the Fujifilm JZ200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Fujifilm FinePix JZ200. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F500 EXR comes with external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JZ200 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm JZ200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus the Fujifilm JZ200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm JZ200 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm JZ200.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR contains the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm F500 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.