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ProductCode: fujifilm_jz500
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Name: FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 (FinePix JZ505)
ShortSpecs:
    - 14 megapixels
    - 2.7″ screen
    - 28 – 280 mm (10×)
ReviewScore: 68
URL: /products/fujifilm/compacts/fujifilm_jz500
ReviewData:
    ExecutiveSummary: The headline features of the JZ500 include a 10x optical zoom, spanning 28-280mm (equivalent) and 720p HD video, but it also features the same face and pet detection modes that appear in its more expensive cousin, the F80EXR. It doesn't share the same EXR sensor though, and instead, boasts a higher resolution, but more conventional, 14.1 million pixel CCD. Despite its bargain cost, the JZ500 is a very good performer in a lot of key areas. In terms of its overall speed and responsiveness, it offers a similar performance as the considerably more expensive F80EXR. Exposures are impressively accurate, and we like the JZ500's color response, which - by default - is natural and neutral, but can quickly be made a little punchier by selecting 'F-chrome' from the FinePix Color option in the shooting menu. The JZ500's AF mode is very capable as well, and in face detection mode   it is quick to acquire focus, but its lack of an AF assist lamp means that it can fall down badly in dimly lit conditions.
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    ReviewSummary:
        GoodFor: Point and shooters looking for a lightweight, high-quality compact at a good price
        NotSoGoodFor: More demanding photographers, who want more control. And anyone that does a lot of low-light photography.
        Conclusion: The Fujifilm Finepix JZ500 is one of the cheapest cameras in this group test, but Fuji has packed a lot into its tiny frame. Despite its small size, light weight and low price, the JZ500 is capable of holding its own against the competition, and in terms of its core feature set, it offers a very attractive package. Although it's pretty weak in low light, we like the JZ500 for its combination of point-and-shoot simplicity, good image quality and decent build.
    ASIN:
        - B0035WTVPK
Specs:
    AEBracketing: ""
    Announced: Feb 2, 2010
    AperturePriority: "No"
    ArticulatedLCD: Fixed
    Autofocus:
        - Contrast Detect (sensor)
        - Single
        - Live View
    AutofocusAssistLamp: ""
    Battery: Battery Pack
    BatteryDescription: Lithium-Ion NP-45A rechargeable battery & charger
    BatteryLifeCIPA: ""
    BodyType: Compact
    BoostedISOMaximum: "3200"
    BoostedISOMinimum: ""
    BuiltInFlash: "Yes"
    BuyingOptions: Check prices
    ColorFilterArray: ""
    ColorSpace: ""
    ContinuousDrive: ""
    CustomWhiteBalance: "No"
    DigitalZoom: "Yes"
    Dimensions: 97 x 57 x 29 mm (3.82 x 2.24 x 1.14″)
    DriveModes: ""
    EffectivePixels: 14 megapixels
    EnvironmentallySealed: "No"
    ExposureCompensation: ""
    ExposureModes: ""
    ExternalFlash: "No"
    FileFormat: ""
    FlashModes: Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
    FlashRange: 2.60 m
    FocalLengthEquiv: 28–280 mm
    Format: Motion JPEG
    GPS: ""
    GPSNotes: ""
    HDMI: "No"
    HeadphonePort: ""
    ISO: Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, (3200 with boost)
    ImageRatioWh: 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
    ImageStabilization: Sensor-shift
    ImageStabilizationNotes: ""
    JPEGQualityLevels: Basic, Normal, Fine
    LiveView: "Yes"
    MSRP: ""
    MacroFocusRange: 2 cm (0.79″)
    ManualExposureMode: "No"
    ManualFocus: "No"
    MaxResolution: 4320 x 3240
    MaximumAperture: F3.3–5.6
    MaximumShutterSpeed: 1/1400 sec
    MeteringModes:
        - Multi
    Microphone: Mono
    MicrophonePort: ""
    MinimumShutterSpeed: 8 sec
    NormalFocusRange: 45 cm (17.72″)
    OpticalZoom: 10×
    OrientationSensor: "No"
    OtherResolutions: 4320 x 3240, 4320x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3072 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
    Processor: ""
    RemoteControl: "No"
    Resolutions: 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
    ReviewPreview: "68%DPReview score\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    \n                                        Read group review ...\n                                    \n                                    \n                                        Jun 16, 2010"
    SceneModes: ""
    ScreenDots: 230,000
    ScreenSize: 2.7″
    ScreenType: ""
    SelfTimer: Yes (2 or 10 sec)
    SensorPhotoDetectors: ""
    SensorSize: 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
    SensorType: CCD
    ShutterPriority: "No"
    Speaker: ""
    StorageIncluded: 10 MB Internal
    StorageTypes: SD/SDHC card, Internal
    SubjectSceneModes: "Yes"
    TimelapseRecording: "No"
    TouchScreen: "No"
    USB: USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    UncompressedFormat: "No"
    VideographyNotes: ""
    ViewfinderCoverage: ""
    ViewfinderResolution: ""
    ViewfinderType: None
    WBBracketing: ""
    WeightIncBatteries: 168 g (0.37 lb / 5.93 oz)
    WhiteBalancePresets: "6"
    Wireless: ""
    WirelessNotes: ""