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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37
Fujifilm FinePix T500 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 front
Portability
67
Imaging
35
Features
57
Overall
43

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Key Specs

Fujifilm T500
(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
  • Released January 2013
Panasonic FZ150
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
  • Announced April 2012
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was brought out 10 months after the FZ150 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm T500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm T500 matches up vs the FZ150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Panasonic FZ150

 Fujifilm T500 FZ150 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013April 2012Newer by 10 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Fujifilm T500

 FZ150 Fujifilm T500 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FZ150

 Fujifilm T500 FZ150 
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm T500 enjoys exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the FZ150.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T500 and FZ150 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T500 and FZ150.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm T500 to result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm T500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Portrait photography features
Panasonic FZ150 Portrait photography features
34
MP count good (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
41
manual focus
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Street photography info
Panasonic FZ150 Street photography info
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (136 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
58
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
heavier than average (528 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T500 Sports photography details
Panasonic FZ150 Sports photography details
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
42
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great battery life (410 CIPA)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm T500
Travel photography with Panasonic FZ150
75
lighter than competitors in class (136 grams)
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
long reach (288mm)
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly display
56
great battery life (410 per charge)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
relatively wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average (528 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm T500
Landscape photography with Panasonic FZ150
41
decently wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
47
manual focus
relatively wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
great battery life (410 CIPA)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm T500
Vlogging with Panasonic FZ150
35
decently wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
lighter than competitors in class (136 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
62
relatively wide (25mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have external mic port
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
heavier than average (528 grams)
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ150 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FZ150
 Fujifilm FinePix T500Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix T500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-07 2012-04-11
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3440 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Highest aperture - f/2.8-5.2
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 12.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 9.50 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 136 gr (0.30 lbs) 528 gr (1.16 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 40
DXO Color Depth score not tested 19.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.9
DXO Low light score not tested 132
Other
Battery life - 410 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $0 $499