Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm JX500 was revealed very close to the TS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades against the TS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Panasonic TS20
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Fujifilm JX500
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Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Panasonic TS20
Fujifilm JX500 | TS20 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX500 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 versus the TS20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and TS20 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and TS20.
Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS20 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 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 photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $90 | $179 |