Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic FH20

The following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm JX500 versus Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was launched 2 years after the FH20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up against the FH20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX500 offers physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX500 versus Panasonic FH20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 versus the FH20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and FH20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX500 and FH20.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm JX500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.