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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix JX305
FujiFilm JZ300
(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
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JX300 versus FujiFilm JZ300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was unveiled 12 months later than the JZ300 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the JX300 scores vs the JZ300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 JX300 JZ300 
RevealedJanuary 2011February 2010Fresher by 12 months

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the FujiFilm JX300

 JZ300 JX300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm JZ300

 JX300 JZ300 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 provides outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the FujiFilm JZ300 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JX300 versus FujiFilm JZ300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 versus the JZ300.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and JZ300 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and JZ300.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the FujiFilm JX300 to render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer JX300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography information
FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography information
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography features
FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography features
55
lighter than competition (130 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Sports photography camera
FujiFilm JZ300 as a Sports photography camera
31
MP count good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography features
FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography features
65
lighter than competition (130 grams)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery pack (180 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
61
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography features
FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography features
32
relatively wide (28mm)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging highlights
FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging highlights
28
relatively wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (130 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
28
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic socket
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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm JZ300
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300FujiFilm FinePix JZ300
General Information
Make FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300
Alternate name FinePix JX305 FinePix JZ305
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-02-02
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-280mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.6
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 2.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 grams (0.29 pounds) 168 grams (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 180 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $110 $180