FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released July 2010
- Other Name is FinePix F305EXR
(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
- Introduced February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ305

FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by FujiFilm. The resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the F300EXR (1/2") and JZ300 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

The F300EXR was revealed 6 months after the JZ300 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the F300EXR grades vs the JZ300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR and FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery and FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the FujiFilm JZ300
F300EXR | JZ300 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the FujiFilm F300EXR
JZ300 | F300EXR |
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Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and FujiFilm JZ300
F300EXR | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm F300EXR features exterior measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ300 has specifications of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the F300EXR against the JZ300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F300EXR and JZ300 is 91 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the F300EXR and JZ300.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The F300EXR offers the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm F300EXR vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix F305EXR | FinePix JZ305 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 model | NP-50 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $280 | $180 |