FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched June 2009

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the W80 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX300 was released 19 months later than the W80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the JX300 scores against the W80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Pentax W80
JX300 | W80 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the FujiFilm JX300
W80 | JX300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax W80
JX300 | W80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the JX300 against the W80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and W80.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the FujiFilm JX300 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer JX300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Also called | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-06-25 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 156 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (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 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $110 | $250 |