FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8
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94 Imaging
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix JX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2014

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX350 was announced 4 years prior to the SZ8 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the JX350 grades against the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX350 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JX350 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Panasonic SZ8
JX350 | SZ8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the FujiFilm JX350
SZ8 | JX350 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX350 and Panasonic SZ8
JX350 | SZ8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX350 provides external 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the JX350 compared to the SZ8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JX350 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JX350 and SZ8.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged JX350 will be behind in sensor tech.

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FujiFilm JX350 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Also called | FinePix JX355 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 photographs | 200 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $275 |