FujiFilm JZ300 vs FujiFilm JZ500

Lets look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was launched 4 months before the JZ500 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the JZ300 matches up vs the JZ500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ500 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs FujiFilm JZ500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 and the JZ500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and JZ500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and JZ500.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the FujiFilm JZ500 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.