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FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Kodak EasyShare Sport front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix JX305
Kodak Sport
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1250
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35mm (F3.0) lens
  • 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2011
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the Sport (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was manufactured within a month of the Sport and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the JX300 scores versus the Sport when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Kodak Sport

 JX300 Sport 
Screen sizing2.7"2.4"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution230k112kSharper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the FujiFilm JX300

 Sport JX300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Kodak Sport

 JX300 Sport 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Kodak Sport has proportions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the JX300 compared to the Sport.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and Sport is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and Sport.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the FujiFilm JX300 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Portrait photography camera
Kodak Sport as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
26
features face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography info
Kodak Sport Street photography info
55
lighter than competition in class (130g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
52
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low max ISO (1,250)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography factors
Kodak Sport Sports photography factors
31
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
23
environment sealing
fixed focal length (35mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography information
Kodak Sport Travel photography information
65
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
bad battery (180 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
57
environment sealing
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Landscape photography camera
Kodak Sport as a Landscape photography camera
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
bad battery (180 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse function
27
environment sealing
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.4 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,250)
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JX300
Vlogging with Kodak Sport
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (130g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
25
features face detection focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic jack
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Sport Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Kodak Sport
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Kodak EasyShare Sport
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Kodak
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Kodak EasyShare Sport
Also referred to as FinePix JX305 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2011-01-04
Body design Compact Compact
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1250
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.0
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.4 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 112k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 2.40 m (@ ISO 360)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 grams (0.29 lbs) 175 grams (0.39 lbs)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $110 $155