FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced February 2016
- Older Model is Olympus SH-2

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Overview
Its time to look closer at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JX300 was launched 6 years prior to the SH-3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the JX300 grades against the SH-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus SH-3
JX300 | SH-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the FujiFilm JX300
SH-3 | JX300 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 62 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SH-3
JX300 | SH-3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys 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) while the Olympus SH-3 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the JX300 against the SH-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and SH-3 is 95 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and SH-3.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-3 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older JX300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus SH-3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Stylus SH-3 |
Other name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2016-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 11.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 271 gr (0.60 lb) |
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 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 images | 380 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $110 | $579 |