FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm IS Pro

Here is a thorough comparison of the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm IS Pro, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro DSLR and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and Fujifilm IS Pro (6MP) and the JX300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm IS Pro (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The JX300 was introduced 3 years later than the Fujifilm IS Pro and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm IS Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the JX300 grades against the Fujifilm IS Pro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Fujifilm IS Pro Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 features external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm IS Pro has specifications of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm IS Pro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the JX300 against the Fujifilm IS Pro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and Fujifilm IS Pro is 95 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and Fujifilm IS Pro.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The JX300 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the FujiFilm JX300 will render more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent JX300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.