FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25
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95 Imaging
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Lets look much closer at the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JX300 was introduced 24 months later than the FS25 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the JX300 scores versus the FS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic FS25
JX300 | FS25 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the FujiFilm JX300
FS25 | JX300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FS25
JX300 | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the JX300 against the FS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and FS25.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the FujiFilm JX300 to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern JX300 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 pounds) | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $110 | $230 |