FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JX300 was launched 13 months earlier than the S6300 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the JX300 scores against the S6300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon S6300
JX300 | S6300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the FujiFilm JX300
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S6300
JX300 | S6300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 has outer dimensions 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 Nikon S6300 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JX300 versus Nikon S6300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the JX300 vs the S6300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and S6300 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and S6300.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S6300 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older JX300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 photos | 230 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $110 | $200 |