FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ
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35 Features
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Announced February 2010
- Replaced the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Refreshed by Olympus SP-610UZ

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview
Below, we are contrasting the FujiFilm JX300 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was announced 12 months after the SP-600 UZ so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the JX300 scores against the SP-600 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
JX300 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the FujiFilm JX300
SP-600 UZ | JX300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SP-600 UZ
JX300 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 has outside measurements 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 Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") and a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the JX300 vs the SP-600 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and SP-600 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and SP-600 UZ.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher JX300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus SP-600 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus SP-600 UZ |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1/2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 grams (0.29 pounds) | 455 grams (1.00 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $110 | $189 |