FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX300 was revealed 24 months prior to the TG-630 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the JX300 scores against the TG-630 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Olympus TG-630 iHS. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
JX300 | TG-630 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the FujiFilm JX300
TG-630 iHS | JX300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 24 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
JX300 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has sizing of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the JX300 compared to the TG-630 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and TG-630 iHS.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the FujiFilm JX300 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Also referred to as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 photos | 220 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $110 | $200 |