Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm X30

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm JX500 versus Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm JX500 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm JX500 was released 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up against the Fujifilm X30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Fujifilm X30. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX500 has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Fujifilm X30 has proportions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm JX500 versus Fujifilm X30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 vs the Fujifilm X30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm X30 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm X30.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JX500 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm JX500 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.