FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Released May 2012

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX300 was launched 16 months earlier than the TG-1 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the JX300 scores against the TG-1 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
JX300 | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the FujiFilm JX300
TG-1 iHS | JX300 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
JX300 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 features physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the JX300 versus the TG-1 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and TG-1 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and TG-1 iHS.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm JX300 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older JX300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-05-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 350 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $110 | $399 |