Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX500 was revealed 2 years after the FH1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades against the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Panasonic FH1
Fujifilm JX500 | FH1 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Fujifilm JX500
FH1 | Fujifilm JX500 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic FH1
Fujifilm JX500 | FH1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX500 enjoys exterior measurements 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 Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic FH1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 and the FH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX500 and FH1.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm JX500 to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JX500 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113g (0.25 pounds) | 163g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $90 | $150 |