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FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Kodak EasyShare Z950 front
Portability
89
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(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
  • Released January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JX305
Kodak Z950
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
  • Revealed June 2010
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the Z950 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was unveiled 7 months after the Z950 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the JX300 matches up versus the Z950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Kodak Z950

 JX300 Z950 
RevealedJanuary 2011June 2010Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the FujiFilm JX300

 Z950 JX300 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Kodak Z950

 JX300 Z950 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 has physical 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) and the Kodak Z950 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the JX300 vs the Z950.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and Z950 is 95 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and Z950.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm JX300 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent JX300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Portrait photography camera
Kodak Z950 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
29
you can focus manually
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography details
Kodak Z950 Street photography details
55
lighter than competition in class (130g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
52
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (243 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Sports photography camera
Kodak Z950 as a Sports photography camera
31
good resolution (14MP)
supports tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (180 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JX300
Travel photography with Kodak Z950
65
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
not so great battery power (180 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
52
has built in flash
very long reach (350mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (243g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography features
Kodak Z950 Landscape photography features
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decently wide (28mm)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
not so great battery power (180 shots)
no Time Lapse function
37
you can focus manually
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JX300
Vlogging with Kodak Z950
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (130g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic support
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (243 grams)
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Kodak Z950 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Kodak Z950
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Kodak EasyShare Z950
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Kodak
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Kodak EasyShare Z950
Otherwise known as FinePix JX305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-350mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm 6cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 1/8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/1250 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130 grams (0.29 lb) 243 grams (0.54 lb)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID - KLIC-7003
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $110 $250