Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300
91 Imaging
35 Features
44 Overall
38
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Released February 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Successor is Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix JZ305
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Canon SX240 HS and FujiFilm JZ300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX240 HS was announced 2 years later than the JZ300 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX240 HS grades vs the JZ300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the FujiFilm JZ300
| SX240 HS | JZ300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 25 months | |
| Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
| Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Canon SX240 HS
| JZ300 | SX240 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and FujiFilm JZ300
| SX240 HS | JZ300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX240 HS has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ300 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Canon SX240 HS and FujiFilm JZ300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS and the JZ300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and JZ300 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and JZ300.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SX240 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Photography GlossaryStreet Comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesSports Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneTravel Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsLandscape Comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banVlogging Comparison
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope Camera
Canon SX240 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
| Also called as | - | FinePix JZ305 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2012-02-07 | 2010-02-02 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.3-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | 224 grams (0.49 lb) | 168 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | 230 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-45A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $0 | $180 |