FujiFilm JX350 vs Fujifilm X30

Its time to take a closer look at the FujiFilm JX350 and Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are offered by FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the JX350 (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the JX350 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The JX350 was introduced 4 years prior to the Fujifilm X30 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the JX350 matches up vs the Fujifilm X30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 and Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX350 features exterior dimensions 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 Fujifilm X30 has dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JX350 and Fujifilm X30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the JX350 compared to the Fujifilm X30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX350 and Fujifilm X30 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JX350 and Fujifilm X30.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The JX350 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the FujiFilm JX350 will give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged JX350 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.