Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic FX580

Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Panasonic FX580, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and FX580 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was released 24 months after the FX580 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR scores against the FX580 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm F500 EXR offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Panasonic FX580 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR against the FX580.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and FX580 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and FX580.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F500 EXR featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F500 EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.