Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300
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Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Replacement is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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
- Other Name is FinePix JZ305

Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon SX700 HS and FujiFilm JZ300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and JZ300 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was revealed 4 years after the JZ300 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX700 HS scores against the JZ300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The full galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the FujiFilm JZ300
SX700 HS | JZ300 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 50 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Canon SX700 HS
JZ300 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and FujiFilm JZ300
SX700 HS | JZ300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ300 has specifications 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 SX700 HS and FujiFilm JZ300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX700 HS and the JZ300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and JZ300 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and JZ300.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX700 HS to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix JZ305 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-12 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | - |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | 250 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $349 | $180 |