Fujifilm T500 vs Fujifilm Z30

Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm T500 vs Fujifilm Z30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was brought out 3 years after the Fujifilm Z30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm T500 scores versus the Fujifilm Z30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm T500 features physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z30 has specifications of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm T500 vs Fujifilm Z30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T500 compared to the Fujifilm Z30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T500 and Fujifilm Z30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T500 and Fujifilm Z30.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm T500 to provide greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm T500 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.