Fujifilm JZ100 vs Samsung CL5

Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm JZ100 and Samsung CL5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") posses different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was unveiled 2 years after the CL5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up vs the CL5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Samsung CL5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung CL5 has proportions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JZ100 and Samsung CL5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the CL5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and CL5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and CL5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ100 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm JZ100 will produce more detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JZ100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.