FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony W290

Below, we are matching up the FujiFilm JX300 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was launched 23 months later than the W290 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the JX300 matches up versus the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 provides outer dimensions 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 W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the JX300 versus the W290.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JX300 and W290.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger JX300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.