Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300
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Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Refreshed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Launched February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX200 IS versus FujiFilm JZ300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was revealed 8 months prior to the JZ300 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX200 IS grades vs the JZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The full galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the FujiFilm JZ300
SX200 IS | JZ300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Canon SX200 IS
JZ300 | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and FujiFilm JZ300
SX200 IS | JZ300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ300 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon SX200 IS versus FujiFilm JZ300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX200 IS vs the JZ300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and JZ300 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and JZ300.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix JZ305 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-05-14 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 2.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 | NB-5L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $329 | $180 |