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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(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
Panasonic FS25
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic FS25

 JX300 FS25 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2009Fresher by 24 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the FujiFilm JX300

 FS25 JX300 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FS25

 JX300 FS25 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison

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

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FS25 Portrait photography info
28
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
26
offers face detection focus
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography factors
Panasonic FS25 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competitors in class (130g)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FS25 Sports photography factors
31
good resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography info
Panasonic FS25 Travel photography info
65
lighter than competitors in class (130g)
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
bad battery (180 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
51
has built in flash
missing Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FS25 Landscape photography advice
32
quite wide (28mm)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
bad battery (180 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
32
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FS25 Vlogging advice
28
quite wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (130 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic socket
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external microphone socket
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FS25
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
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