FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Released March 2009
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Pentax X70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe JX300 was brought out 23 months after the X70 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the JX300 scores against the X70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Pentax X70
JX300 | X70 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | March 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the FujiFilm JX300
X70 | JX300 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Pentax X70
JX300 | X70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 features outer dimensions 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 Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 versus Pentax X70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 vs the X70.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and X70 is 95 and 71 respectively.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and X70.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the FujiFilm JX300 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer JX300 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Pentax X70 |
Also Known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE 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 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 410 grams (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $110 | $200 |