FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS15
- Successor is Panasonic ZS25

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Lets look much closer at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic ZS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX300 was released 15 months before the ZS20 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the JX300 grades vs the ZS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Panasonic ZS20
JX300 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the FujiFilm JX300
ZS20 | JX300 | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 15 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZS20
JX300 | ZS20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 has physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JX300 compared to the ZS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and ZS20.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged JX300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also called | FinePix JX305 | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-04-26 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 206g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 260 images |
Type 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 | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $110 | $349 |