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FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
31
Overall
35

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JX305
Sony H70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced at a similar time to the H70 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the JX300 grades vs the H70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Sony H70

 JX300 H70 

Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the FujiFilm JX300

 H70 JX300 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Sony H70

 JX300 H70 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 offers exterior measurements 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 Sony H70 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JX300 versus Sony H70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the JX300 versus the H70.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and H70 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and H70.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony H70 to render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Portrait photography features
Sony H70 Portrait photography features
28
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
29
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JX300
Street photography with Sony H70
55
lighter than competition (130 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography info
Sony H70 Sports photography info
31
good megapixels (14MP)
supports tracking focus
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery power (180 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography factors
Sony H70 Travel photography factors
65
lighter than competition (130 grams)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery power (180 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
67
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography info
Sony H70 Landscape photography info
32
decently wide (28mm)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery power (180 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse mode
42
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Vlogging camera
Sony H70 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (130g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
29
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic socket
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony H70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Sony H70
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70
Also referred to as FinePix JX305 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/1800s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 grams (0.29 lbs) 194 grams (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 images -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery model - NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $110 $199