FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 320 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
- Released August 2000
- New Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro DSLR and both are offered by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the JX300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

The JX300 was launched 10 years later than the Fujifilm S1 Pro and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the JX300 grades vs the Fujifilm S1 Pro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Fujifilm S1 Pro
JX300 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2000 | More recent by 127 months |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 200k | Crisper display (+30k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the FujiFilm JX300
Fujifilm S1 Pro | JX300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro
JX300 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 provides outer dimensions 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 S1 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JX300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the JX300 and the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 95 and 56 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and Fujifilm S1 Pro.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The JX300 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the FujiFilm JX300 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger JX300 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2000-08-08 |
Body design | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3040 x 2016 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 320 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 200k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 90 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/125s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 pounds) | 820 grams (1.81 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") |
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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $110 | $2,000 |