Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe Fujifilm T500 was brought out 2 years after the FH5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm T500 matches up against the FH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T500 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Panasonic FH5
Fujifilm T500 | FH5 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Fujifilm T500
FH5 | Fujifilm T500 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FH5
Fujifilm T500 | FH5 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T500 offers outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FH5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T500 compared to the FH5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T500 and FH5 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T500 and FH5.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm T500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $0 | $169 |