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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW120 front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JX305
Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Older Model is Nikon AW110
  • Successor is Nikon AW130
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the AW120 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the JX300 matches up vs the AW120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon AW120

 JX300 AW120 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the FujiFilm JX300

 AW120 JX300 
LaunchedFebruary 2014January 2011Fresher by 37 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon AW120

 JX300 AW120 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW120 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JX300 versus the AW120.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and AW120 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and AW120.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon AW120 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older JX300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JX300
Portrait photography with Nikon AW120
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
35
good MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Street photography camera
Nikon AW120 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than average (130 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography features
Nikon AW120 Sports photography features
31
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
51
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
great battery life (350 shots)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography highlights
Nikon AW120 Travel photography highlights
65
lighter than average (130 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
bad battery life (180 per charge)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
69
great battery life (350 CIPA)
weather sealing
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JX300
Landscape photography with Nikon AW120
32
rather wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
48
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
weather sealing
great battery life (350 shots)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging info
Nikon AW120 Vlogging info
28
rather wide (28mm)
lighter than average (130g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic socket
33
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no mic support
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon AW120
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Nikon Coolpix AW120
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Nikon Coolpix AW120
Also called as FinePix JX305 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
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) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/2.8-4.9
Macro focus range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.20 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130g (0.29 lb) 213g (0.47 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images 350 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $110 $350