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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
  • Released January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Released July 2009
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was released 18 months later than the ZR1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the JX300 grades vs the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic ZR1

 JX300 ZR1 
ReleasedJanuary 2011July 2009Fresher by 18 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the FujiFilm JX300

 ZR1 JX300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZR1

 JX300 ZR1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZR1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 versus the ZR1.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and ZR1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm JX300 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher JX300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JX300
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZR1
28
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others in class (130 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Sports photography camera
31
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography info
Panasonic ZR1 Travel photography info
65
lighter than others in class (130 grams)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.6)
57
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse recording
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography advice
32
quite wide (28mm)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse function
32
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging advice
Panasonic ZR1 Vlogging advice
28
quite wide (28mm)
lighter than others in class (130g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone port
28
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZR1
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Alternate name FinePix JX305 Lumix DMC-ZX1
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2009-07-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine V
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
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) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 gr (0.29 pounds) 158 gr (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 photographs -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
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