FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Later Model is Olympus TG-4
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 versus Olympus TG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JX300 was brought out 4 years before the TG-3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the JX300 matches up vs the TG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus TG-3
JX300 | TG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the FujiFilm JX300
TG-3 | JX300 | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 39 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus TG-3
JX300 | TG-3 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 offers external measurements 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 TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JX300 versus Olympus TG-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the JX300 vs the TG-3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and TG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and TG-3.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-3 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older JX300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Alternate name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
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) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 images | 330 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $110 | $350 |