FujiFilm JX300 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro

Following is a extended review of the FujiFilm JX300 versus Fujifilm S2 Pro, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro DSLR and they are both created by FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the JX300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S2 Pro (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The JX300 was revealed 8 years after the Fujifilm S2 Pro which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the JX300 matches up vs the Fujifilm S2 Pro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 provides 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 S2 Pro has sizing of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JX300 versus Fujifilm S2 Pro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the JX300 compared to the Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and Fujifilm S2 Pro is 95 and 56 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Clearly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The JX300 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the FujiFilm JX300 will offer extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger JX300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.