Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030
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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju 7030

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and 7030 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm F500 EXR was announced 13 months later than the 7030 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR scores versus the 7030 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Olympus Stylus 7030. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Olympus 7030 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the Olympus 7030
Fujifilm F500 EXR | 7030 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
7030 | Fujifilm F500 EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Olympus 7030
Fujifilm F500 EXR | 7030 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm F500 EXR offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7030 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus the 7030.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and 7030 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and 7030.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will render extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm F500 EXR provides an edge in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Olympus 7030 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Olympus Stylus 7030 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Olympus Stylus 7030 |
Also referred to as | - | mju 7030 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | TruePic III |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9 and 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 pounds) | 140g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $430 | $179 |