FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR
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![FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300/FujiFilm-JZ300-front.jpg)
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2011
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Overview
Lets look more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") have different sensor measurements.
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The JZ300 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the Fujifilm F500 EXR which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the JZ300 grades vs the Fujifilm F500 EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
JZ300 | Fujifilm F500 EXR |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the FujiFilm JZ300
Fujifilm F500 EXR | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm F500 EXR
JZ300 | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm F500 EXR has proportions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 against the Fujifilm F500 EXR.
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR size comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-F500-EXR-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 93 and 91 respectively.
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR top view buttons comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-F500-EXR-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and Fujifilm F500 EXR.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JZ300 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be behind in sensor tech.
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR sensor size comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-F500-EXR-sensor-size-comparison.png)
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Screen and ViewFinder
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Screen and Viewfinder comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-F500-EXR-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR |
Other name | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 215g (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $180 | $430 |