Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH2

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was brought out 13 months later than the FH2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores versus the FH2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX500 provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 versus the FH2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX500 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX500 and FH2.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm JX500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.