FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1
95 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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94 Imaging
40 Features
34 Overall
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 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
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was released 3 years earlier than the TF1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the JX300 scores versus the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Sony TF1
JX300 | TF1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the FujiFilm JX300
TF1 | JX300 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 29 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Sony TF1
JX300 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the JX300 compared to the TF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and TF1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony TF1 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $110 | $266 |