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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR front
 
Samsung HZ10W front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
27
Overall
30

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs

FujiFilm F300EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
  • Announced July 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix F305EXR
Samsung HZ10W
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
  • 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Revealed May 2009
  • Also referred to as WB500
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively comparable but the F300EXR (1/2") and HZ10W (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The F300EXR was launched 15 months after the HZ10W which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the F300EXR scores vs the HZ10W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Samsung HZ10W

 F300EXR HZ10W 
RevealedJuly 2010May 2009More modern by 15 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the FujiFilm F300EXR

 HZ10W F300EXR 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Samsung HZ10W

 F300EXR HZ10W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm F300EXR offers external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the F300EXR compared to the HZ10W.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F300EXR and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the F300EXR and HZ10W.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The F300EXR due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the FujiFilm F300EXR will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger F300EXR provides a benefit in sensor technology.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Portrait photography advice
Samsung HZ10W Portrait photography advice
21
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2")
no RAW support
31
you can focus manually
features face detect autofocus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Street photography information
Samsung HZ10W Street photography information
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (215g)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2")
no RAW support
52
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than competitors (249g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Sports photography factors
Samsung HZ10W Sports photography factors
34
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2")
no phase detect auto focus
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Travel photography information
Samsung HZ10W Travel photography information
63
lighter than competitors (215g)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (360mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
54
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (249g)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Landscape photography details
Samsung HZ10W Landscape photography details
38
really wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
35
you can focus manually
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Vlogging info
Samsung HZ10W Vlogging info
30
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (215 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
28
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than competitors (249g)
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm F300EXR and Samsung HZ10W
 FujiFilm FinePix F300EXRSamsung HZ10W
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR Samsung HZ10W
Alternate name FinePix F305EXR WB500
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-07-21 2009-05-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2432
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 12800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-360mm (15.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.3-5.8
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 16s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 215 grams (0.47 lbs) 249 grams (0.55 lbs)
Physical dimensions 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 ID NP-50 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $280 $300