Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300
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Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Released August 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX160 IS
(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
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix JX305

Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Canon SX170 IS and FujiFilm JX300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was launched 2 years later than the JX300 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX170 IS matches up vs the JX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the FujiFilm JX300
SX170 IS | JX300 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Canon SX170 IS
JX300 | SX170 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and FujiFilm JX300
SX170 IS | JX300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the FujiFilm JX300 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX170 IS and FujiFilm JX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS against the JX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and JX300 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and JX300.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX170 IS to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX170 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix JX305 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1800 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 251 gr (0.55 lbs) | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 photos | 180 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $110 |