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Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front
 
Pentax Optio P80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
23
Overall
29

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2012
Pentax P80
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
  • Revealed August 2009
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Overview

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was revealed 2 years later than the P80 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up vs the P80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Pentax P80

 Fujifilm JX500 P80 
RevealedJanuary 2012August 2009More recent by 30 months

Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Fujifilm JX500

 P80 Fujifilm JX500 
Manual focus More precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Pentax P80

 Fujifilm JX500 P80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX500 has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 vs the P80.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and P80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX500 and P80.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm JX500 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm JX500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax P80 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Street photography advice
Pentax P80 Street photography advice
55
lighter than average in class (113 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
55
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax P80 as a Sports photography camera
31
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Travel photography info
Pentax P80 Travel photography info
68
lighter than average in class (113g)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
61
lighter than competitors (125g)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JX500
Landscape photography with Pentax P80
33
pretty wide (26mm)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
32
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Vlogging factors
Pentax P80 Vlogging factors
28
pretty wide (26mm)
lighter than average in class (113 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic socket
28
fairly wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors (125 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone port
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Pentax P80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX500 and Pentax P80
 Fujifilm FinePix JX500Pentax Optio P80
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Pentax
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX500 Pentax Optio P80
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-05 2009-08-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/2.6-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.50 m 4.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB 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, 15 fps)
Highest 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 113 gr (0.25 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0")
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 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $90 $200