Fujifilm T500 vs Fujifilm X20

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm T500 versus Fujifilm X20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the Fujifilm T500 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") offer different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm T500 was introduced 3 months before the Fujifilm X20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm T500 scores vs the Fujifilm X20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Fujifilm X20. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T500 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Fujifilm X20 has measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm T500 versus Fujifilm X20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the Fujifilm X20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T500 and Fujifilm X20 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The graphic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T500 and Fujifilm X20.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm T500 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm T500 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.