FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 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
- Also referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released March 2014
- Replacement is Olympus SH-2

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm JX300 versus Olympus SH-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JX300 was brought out 4 years earlier than the SH-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the JX300 scores versus the SH-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus SH-1
JX300 | SH-1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the FujiFilm JX300
SH-1 | JX300 | |||
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Released | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 39 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SH-1
JX300 | SH-1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 has outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JX300 versus Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the JX300 and the SH-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and SH-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and SH-1.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SH-1 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older JX300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Also Known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 271 gr (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | 380 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $110 | $349 |