FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Released February 2010

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and L21 (8MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JX300 was manufactured 12 months after the L21 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the JX300 matches up against the L21 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon L21
JX300 | L21 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the FujiFilm JX300
L21 | JX300 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon L21
JX300 | L21 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 has got exterior 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) whilst the Nikon L21 has proportions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the JX300 and the L21.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and L21 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and L21.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm JX300 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern JX300 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 8 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $110 | $180 |