FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Overview
Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is very similar but the JX300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") offer totally different sensor measurements.

The JX300 was announced 6 months prior to the Fujifilm F550 EXR which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the JX300 grades vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Fujifilm F550 EXR
JX300 | Fujifilm F550 EXR |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the FujiFilm JX300
Fujifilm F550 EXR | JX300 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR
JX300 | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm F550 EXR has dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JX300 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVI MPEG4 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 158 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $450 |