Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300
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Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX10 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX30 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX20 IS versus FujiFilm JZ300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX20 IS was revealed 6 months after the JZ300 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX20 IS grades vs the JZ300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX20 IS over the FujiFilm JZ300
SX20 IS | JZ300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Canon SX20 IS
JZ300 | SX20 IS | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX20 IS and FujiFilm JZ300
SX20 IS | JZ300 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same generation |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX20 IS features physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ300 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX20 IS versus FujiFilm JZ300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX20 IS against the JZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and JZ300 is 65 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX20 IS and JZ300.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Also called | - | FinePix JZ305 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 lbs) | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | 4 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / MMC / MMC Plus / HC MMC Plus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $500 | $180 |