Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm JX500 was launched 12 months prior to the TG-830 iHS and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores vs the TG-830 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
Fujifilm JX500 | TG-830 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Fujifilm JX500
TG-830 iHS | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
Fujifilm JX500 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX500 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 and the TG-830 iHS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX500 and TG-830 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX500 and TG-830 iHS.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $90 | $0 |