FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SZ-12

Lets take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SZ-12, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was launched 12 months earlier than the SZ-12 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the JX300 grades versus the SZ-12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SZ-12 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JX300 against the SZ-12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and SZ-12 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and SZ-12.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged JX300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.