FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is PL100

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JX300 and Samsung TL205, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX300 was released 13 months later than the TL205 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the JX300 matches up against the TL205 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Samsung TL205
JX300 | TL205 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the FujiFilm JX300
TL205 | JX300 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Samsung TL205
JX300 | TL205 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JX300 has got exterior 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 Samsung TL205 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JX300 and Samsung TL205 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the JX300 compared to the TL205.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and TL205.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm JX300 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger JX300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JX300 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Samsung TL205 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | PL100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $110 | $180 |