Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX500 was brought out 12 months before the WX80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores against the WX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Sony WX80
Fujifilm JX500 | WX80 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Fujifilm JX500
WX80 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony WX80
Fujifilm JX500 | WX80 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX500 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 and the WX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX500 and WX80.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX80 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX500 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-8.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $90 | $276 |