FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78
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95 Imaging
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix JX355
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the JX350 (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JX350 was introduced very close to the FX78 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the JX350 scores against the FX78 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Panasonic FX78
JX350 | FX78 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the FujiFilm JX350
FX78 | JX350 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX350 and Panasonic FX78
JX350 | FX78 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX350 provides exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the JX350 against the FX78.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the JX350 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JX350 and FX78.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JX350 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JX355 | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 photos | 200 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $210 |