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Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300

Portability
90
Imaging
35
Features
37
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(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
FujiFilm JZ300
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the FujiFilm JZ300

 SX200 IS JZ300 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Canon SX200 IS

 JZ300 SX200 IS 
LaunchedFebruary 2010May 2009More modern by 8 months

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and FujiFilm JZ300

 SX200 IS JZ300 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical 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).

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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.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 size comparison

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

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Portrait photography camera
FujiFilm JZ300 as a Portrait photography camera
29
you can focus manually
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm JZ300 as a Street photography camera
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (247g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Sports photography advice
FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography advice
27
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Travel photography information
FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography information
63
lighter than competition (247 grams)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
very long zoom (336mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.4)
61
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
no Timelapse recording
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Landscape photography features
FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography features
43
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
32
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Vlogging information
FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging information
30
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (247g)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
28
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
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Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and FujiFilm JZ300
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISFujiFilm FinePix JZ300
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