Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300
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Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JX305

Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon A2300 versus FujiFilm JX300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2300 was manufactured 14 months later than the JX300 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A2300 matches up vs the JX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2300 and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the FujiFilm JX300
A2300 | JX300 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 14 months |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Canon A2300
JX300 | A2300 |
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Common features in the Canon A2300 and FujiFilm JX300
A2300 | JX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the FujiFilm JX300 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A2300 versus FujiFilm JX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2300 compared to the JX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and JX300 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and JX300.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A2300 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger A2300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon A2300 vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2300 | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 |
Alternate name | - | FinePix JX305 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1800 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 180 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $139 | $110 |