FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched January 2012

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was introduced 12 months before the DV300F and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the JX300 scores vs the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Samsung DV300F
JX300 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the FujiFilm JX300
DV300F | JX300 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Samsung DV300F
JX300 | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with outside dimensions 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 Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the JX300 vs the DV300F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and DV300F.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung DV300F to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged JX300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Samsung DV300F |
Alternative name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $110 | $200 |