Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70
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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Launched July 2013

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T500 was released 6 months before the FZ70 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm T500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm T500 scores versus the FZ70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm T500 | FZ70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Fujifilm T500
FZ70 | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm T500 | FZ70 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T500 provides external 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 FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FZ70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and FZ70 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T500 and FZ70.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 13.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 606 grams (1.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $300 |