FujiFilm JX300 vs Panasonic ZS25

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZS25, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was revealed 24 months before the ZS25 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the JX300 grades vs the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JX300 and Panasonic ZS25 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the JX300 and the ZS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and ZS25 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and ZS25.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.