Fujifilm JX500 vs Samsung NX5

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm JX500 versus Samsung NX5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm JX500 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JX500 was announced 20 months after the NX5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades against the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX500 offers external 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) and the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 and the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX500 and NX5 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and NX5.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm JX500 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX5 will offer you more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.