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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
22
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
26
Overall
32

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JX305
Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 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
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was manufactured 12 months later than the ZR3 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the JX300 matches up versus the ZR3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic ZR3

 JX300 ZR3 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010More recent by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the FujiFilm JX300

 ZR3 JX300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZR3

 JX300 ZR3 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 features exterior 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) and the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the JX300 compared to the ZR3.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and ZR3.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger JX300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Portrait photography camera
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography info
Panasonic ZR3 Street photography info
55
lighter than average in class (130g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JX300
Sports photography with Panasonic ZR3
30
megapixel count decent (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (180 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
36
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JX300
Travel photography with Panasonic ZR3
65
lighter than average in class (130g)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
terrible battery power (180 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
64
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Landscape photography camera
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery power (180 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
37
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic ZR3 Vlogging highlights
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
lighter than average in class (130 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
29
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZR3
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
Also called as FinePix JX305 Lumix DMC-ZX3
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2010-01-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine HD II
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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 file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130g (0.29 pounds) 159g (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 Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $110 $280