Canon S200 vs FujiFilm JZ300

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon S200 and FujiFilm JZ300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is fairly similar but the S200 (1/1.7") and JZ300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S200 was revealed 4 years after the JZ300 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S200 scores against the JZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S200 and FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon S200 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the FujiFilm JZ300 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S200 versus the JZ300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and JZ300 is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S200 and JZ300.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S200 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the FujiFilm JZ300 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S200 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.