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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Pentax Optio S1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 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
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
Pentax S1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Announced March 2011
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 Overview

Here is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced around the same time to the S1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the JX300 matches up versus the S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Pentax S1

 JX300 S1 

Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the FujiFilm JX300

 S1 JX300 
Manually focus Very precise focus

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax S1

 JX300 S1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011March 2011Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 has outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the JX300 against the S1.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and S1.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you have to take the release date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography info
Pentax S1 Portrait photography info
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
35
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography info
Pentax S1 Street photography info
55
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography factors
Pentax S1 Sports photography factors
31
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
offers tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography highlights
Pentax S1 Travel photography highlights
65
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.6)
64
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JX300
Landscape photography with Pentax S1
32
rather wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low battery pack (180 shots)
missing Time Lapse function
42
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging factors
Pentax S1 Vlogging factors
28
rather wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (130g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic support
28
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic support
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax S1
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Pentax Optio S1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Pentax
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Pentax Optio S1
Also called as FinePix JX305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-03-02
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1800s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130g (0.29 lbs) 157g (0.35 lbs)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 shots 260 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $110 $174