FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Announced June 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS20
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe JX300 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the JX300 grades against the ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic ZS15
JX300 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the FujiFilm JX300
ZS15 | JX300 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZS15
JX300 | ZS15 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the JX300 versus the ZS15.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and ZS15.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the FujiFilm JX300 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older JX300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.40 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $110 | $279 |