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Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Key Specs

Fujifilm JX500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Fujifilm Z33WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Announced July 2009
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Overview

Following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm Z33WP, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are sold by FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was revealed 2 years after the Fujifilm Z33WP which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades against the Fujifilm Z33WP in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 Fujifilm JX500 Fujifilm Z33WP 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012July 2009More modern by 31 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Fujifilm JX500

 Fujifilm Z33WP Fujifilm JX500 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm Z33WP

 Fujifilm JX500 Fujifilm Z33WP 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX500 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z33WP has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm Z33WP in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 vs the Fujifilm Z33WP.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm Z33WP is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Sensor Comparison

Often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm Z33WP.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm JX500 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm JX500 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm Z33WP Portrait photography features
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megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
19
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z33WP as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition in class (113g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
60
weather sealing
lighter than average in class (110 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm Z33WP as a Sports photography camera
31
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
23
weather sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm Z33WP Travel photography highlights
68
lighter than competition in class (113g)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
60
lighter than average in class (110g)
weather sealing
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm Z33WP as a Landscape photography camera
33
reasonably wide (26mm)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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weather sealing
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm Z33WP as a Vlogging camera
28
reasonably wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic socket
25
lighter than average in class (110 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone port
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm Z33WP
 Fujifilm FinePix JX500Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX500 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2012-01-05 2009-07-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focus range 10cm 8cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.50 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 113g (0.25 pounds) 110g (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 NP-45
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $90 $197