FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JX305
(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
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon AW120

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was announced 5 years earlier than the AW130 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the JX300 matches up vs the AW130 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Nikon Coolpix AW130. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon AW130
JX300 | AW130 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the FujiFilm JX300
AW130 | JX300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon AW130
JX300 | AW130 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon AW130 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the JX300 vs the AW130.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and AW130 is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and AW130.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon AW130 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Also Known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | 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 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | 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 distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 221g (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 370 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $398 |