FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 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
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Revealed November 2013

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Below is a complete review of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the JX300 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.

The JX300 was announced 3 years before the LF1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the JX300 matches up vs the LF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic LF1
JX300 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the FujiFilm JX300
LF1 | JX300 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic LF1
JX300 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the JX300 and the LF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and LF1.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The JX300 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the FujiFilm JX300 will deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 192 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 250 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $110 | $500 |