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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620

Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
25
Overall
32

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 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
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Released January 2012
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was announced at a similar time to the W620 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up versus the W620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Sony W620

 Fujifilm JX500 W620 

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Fujifilm JX500

 W620 Fujifilm JX500 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W620

 Fujifilm JX500 W620 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2012Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX500 comes with physical measurements 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 Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 compared to the W620.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and W620 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX500 and W620.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W620 Portrait photography highlights
29
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX500
Street photography with Sony W620
55
lighter than competition (113g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm JX500
Sports photography with Sony W620
31
MP count decent (14MP)
offers tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
33
good megapixels (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm JX500
Travel photography with Sony W620
68
lighter than competition (113g)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
68
lighter than competition in class (116g)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Landscape photography information
Sony W620 Landscape photography information
33
really wide (26mm)
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
33
fairly wide (28mm)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Vlogging features
Sony W620 Vlogging features
28
really wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (113g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
30
fairly wide (28mm)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W620
 Fujifilm FinePix JX500Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX500 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-05 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.50 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 113 grams (0.25 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 life - 220 shots
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $90 $102