FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G 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
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JX300 was manufactured 20 months before the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the JX300 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
JX300 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the FujiFilm JX300
Galaxy Camera 3G | JX300 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 20 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
JX300 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor 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") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JX300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX300 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged JX300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Also Known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
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) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $606 |