FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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 Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Revealed April 2015
- Old Model is Olympus TG-3
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-5

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus TG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JX300 was unveiled 5 years before the TG-4 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the JX300 matches up against the TG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus Tough TG-4. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Olympus TG-4
JX300 | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the FujiFilm JX300
TG-4 | JX300 | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 51 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus TG-4
JX300 | TG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-4 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus TG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the JX300 against the TG-4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and TG-4 is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and TG-4.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus TG-4 to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged JX300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Alternative name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-04-13 |
Physical type | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
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 data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
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 photos | 380 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 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 |
Retail cost | $110 | $379 |