FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200
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37 Features
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67 Imaging
37 Features
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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S3250

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm S3200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S3200 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JX300 was unveiled within a month of the S3200 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the JX300 grades versus the S3200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & FujiFilm FinePix S3200. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & FujiFilm S3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the FujiFilm S3200
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the FujiFilm JX300
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm S3200
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the FujiFilm S3200 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JX300 and FujiFilm S3200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the JX300 versus the S3200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and S3200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and S3200.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs FujiFilm S3200 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | FinePix S3250 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 540g (1.19 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 180 photographs | 300 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $110 | $190 |