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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JX305
FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 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
  • Released June 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JZ505
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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview

Let's look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced 7 months later than the JZ500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the JX300 grades vs the JZ500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 JX300 JZ500 
ReleasedJanuary 2011June 2010Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the FujiFilm JX300

 JZ500 JX300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm JZ500

 JX300 JZ500 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ500 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the JX300 vs the JZ500.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and JZ500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and JZ500.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The newer JX300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography highlights
FujiFilm JZ500 Portrait photography highlights
28
good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm JZ500 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others (130g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography info
FujiFilm JZ500 Sports photography info
31
good MP (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery power (180 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
35
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Travel photography camera
FujiFilm JZ500 as a Travel photography camera
65
lighter than others (130g)
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
bad battery power (180 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
67
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography advice
FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography advice
32
decently wide (28mm)
good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery power (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse recording
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging factors
FujiFilm JZ500 Vlogging factors
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than others (130 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone port
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm JZ500
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300FujiFilm FinePix JZ500
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500
Otherwise known as FinePix JX305 FinePix JZ505
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-280mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.6
Macro focus range 10cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800s 1/1400s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 2.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 lb) 168 grams (0.37 lb)
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 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $110 $230