FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 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
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Released August 2011

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JX300 was revealed 7 months earlier than the FX90 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the JX300 grades vs the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic FX90
JX300 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the FujiFilm JX300
FX90 | JX300 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FX90
JX300 | FX90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 provides 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 FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the JX300 and the FX90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and FX90.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm JX300 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older JX300 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 photographs | 200 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $110 | $227 |