Reasons to choose FinePix JX520
Released in 2012, FinePix JX520 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 14 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix JX520
vs Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
FinePix JX52031 mm²
FinePix Z800EXR- Area ratio
- 1.08:1
- Absolute difference
- 2 mm²
- Relative difference
- 7.9%
The FinePix Z800EXR has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
FinePix JX520MetricFinePix Z800EXR
14 MPEffective pixels12 MP
6.16 × 4.62Sensor6.4 × 4.8
1.43 µmPixel pitch1.6 µm
2.03 µm²Pixel area2.56 µm²
49.19 MP/cm²Pixel density39.06 MP/cm²
5.62Crop factor5.41
—Maximum video—
—Weight158 g
—StorageSDHC, Secure Digital
—BatteryLithium-ion NP-45A battery 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 Z800EXR has the larger sensor area. The FinePix JX520 has the lighter body. The FinePix JX520 has the higher effective resolution. The FinePix JX520 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose FinePix Z800EXR
Released in 2010, FinePix Z800EXR has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 158 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.