Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony WX500

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm JZ200 and Sony WX500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was launched 4 years before the WX500 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm JZ200 grades against the WX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ200 offers physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 and the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ200 and WX500 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ200 and WX500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX500 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JZ200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.