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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
41
Features
31
Overall
37

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix JX305
Panasonic TS30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2015
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic TS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was introduced 5 years before the TS30 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the JX300 grades vs the TS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic TS30

 JX300 TS30 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the FujiFilm JX300

 TS30 JX300 
IntroducedJanuary 2015January 2011Newer by 48 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic TS30

 JX300 TS30 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 compared to the TS30.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and TS30.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS30 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged JX300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography details
Panasonic TS30 Portrait photography details
28
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
36
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competitors in class (130g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
lighter than others (142g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography factors
Panasonic TS30 Sports photography factors
31
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
low fps (1.3 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography details
Panasonic TS30 Travel photography details
65
lighter than competitors in class (130 grams)
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.6)
74
lighter than others (142g)
weather sealing
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS30 Landscape photography info
32
relatively wide (28mm)
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
bad battery pack (180 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse recording
44
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
weather sealing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS30 as a Vlogging camera
28
relatively wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (130g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
33
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
lighter than others (142g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone jack
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic TS30
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30
Other name FinePix JX305 Lumix DMC-FT30
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2011-01-05 2015-01-06
Body design 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 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.3fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 gr (0.29 lbs) 142 gr (0.31 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photos 250 photos
Style of battery 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
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $110 $180