• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 360.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 288.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm F500EXR advantages over Panasonic SZ10

  • More telephoto lens reach
    360 mm vs 288 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 300 vs 200 shots
    Capture more photos
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic SZ10 advantages over Fujifilm F500EXR

  • Less expensive
    $200 vs $330 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Newer
    9 years vs 13 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Compared to Fujifilm F300EXR

Fujifilm F500EXR
Fujifilm F300EXR
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Shoots 1080p video
  • $254
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Fujifilm F500EXR vs Fujifilm F300EXR

Panasonic SZ10
Fujifilm F300EXR
  • $129
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $254
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic SZ10 vs Fujifilm F300EXR

Compared to Fujifilm F550EXR

Fujifilm F500EXR
Fujifilm F550EXR
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Fujifilm F500EXR vs Fujifilm F550EXR

Panasonic SZ10
Fujifilm F550EXR
  • $129
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic SZ10 vs Fujifilm F550EXR

Compared to Fujifilm F600EXR

Fujifilm F500EXR
Fujifilm F600EXR
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $271
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability

Compare Fujifilm F500EXR vs Fujifilm F600EXR

Panasonic SZ10
Fujifilm F600EXR
  • $129
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $271
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic SZ10 vs Fujifilm F600EXR

Compared to Nikon S6400

Fujifilm F500EXR
Nikon S6400
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm F500EXR vs Nikon S6400

Panasonic SZ10
Nikon S6400
  • $129
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • HDMI out

Compare Panasonic SZ10 vs Nikon S6400

Compared to Panasonic SZ8

Fujifilm F500EXR
Panasonic SZ8
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm F500EXR vs Panasonic SZ8

Panasonic SZ10
Panasonic SZ8
  • $129
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive

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