Fujifilm JX500 has a
14.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Sony W800 has a
20.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor .
Sony W800's sensor provides 6MP more than Fujifilm JX500's sensor, which gives a significant advantage in real life. You can print your images larger or crop more freely.
On the other hand, please keep in mind that Max sensor resolution is not the only determinant of resolving power. Factors such as the optical elements, low pass filter, pixel size and sensor technology also affects the final resolution of the captured image.
Below you can see the JX500 and W800 sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W800 Cameras
Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W800 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Fujifilm JX500 has 44% larger pixel area compared to Sony W800, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
Fujifilm JX500
or the
Sony W800 ,
including hyperfocal distance.
