Reasons to choose FinePix E500 Zoom
Released in 2004, FinePix E500 Zoom has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 4.1 MP effective resolution, and a 176 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix E500 Zoom
vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
FinePix E500 Zoom25 mm²
Lumix DMC-TZ1- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The FinePix E500 Zoom and Lumix DMC-TZ1 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
FinePix E500 ZoomMetricLumix DMC-TZ1
4.1 MPEffective pixels4.9 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
2.46 µmPixel pitch2.25 µm
6.06 µm²Pixel area5.07 µm²
16.51 MP/cm²Pixel density19.73 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
176 gWeight234 g
xD Picture cardStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryLithium-Ion rechargeable Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The FinePix E500 Zoom and Lumix DMC-TZ1 have the same sensor area. The FinePix E500 Zoom has the lighter body. The Lumix DMC-TZ1 has the higher effective resolution. The Lumix DMC-TZ1 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Lumix DMC-TZ1
Released in 2006, Lumix DMC-TZ1 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 4.9 MP effective resolution, and a 234 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.