FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic FZ28

In this write-up, we are analyzing the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic FZ28, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was released 24 months later than the FZ28 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the JX300 matches up vs the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 provides physical measurements 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 Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the JX300 vs the FZ28.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and FZ28.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger JX300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.