Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300
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Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX150 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ305

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX160 IS versus FujiFilm JZ300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and JZ300 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was introduced 3 years after the JZ300 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the JZ300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the FujiFilm JZ300
SX160 IS | JZ300 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Canon SX160 IS
JZ300 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and FujiFilm JZ300
SX160 IS | JZ300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the FujiFilm JZ300 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX160 IS versus FujiFilm JZ300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX160 IS vs the JZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and JZ300 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and JZ300.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX160 IS to offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent SX160 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix JZ305 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $199 | $180 |