Canon A1300 vs FujiFilm JX300

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon A1300 and FujiFilm JX300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was manufactured 14 months later than the JX300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A1300 matches up versus the JX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A1300 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the FujiFilm JX300 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Canon A1300 and FujiFilm JX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A1300 compared to the JX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and JX300 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and JX300.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon A1300 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent A1300 provides an edge in sensor tech.