FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Here is a in depth comparison of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was unveiled 12 months later than the SP-800 UZ so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the JX300 matches up versus the SP-800 UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the JX300 compared to the SP-800 UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and SP-800 UZ.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer JX300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.