FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

Here, we are comparing the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") provide different sensor sizing.

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The JZ300 was announced 17 months earlier than the Fujifilm F550 EXR making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the JZ300 grades versus the Fujifilm F550 EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 features external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F550 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the JZ300 vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The JZ300 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.