FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon S9700
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe JX300 was released 5 years before the S9900 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the JX300 grades versus the S9900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon S9900
JX300 | S9900 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the FujiFilm JX300
S9900 | JX300 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S9900
JX300 | S9900 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the JX300 compared to the S9900.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and S9900 is 95 and 88 respectively.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and S9900.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S9900 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9900 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S9900 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 289g (0.64 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $300 |