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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 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
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Introduced August 2011
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Overview

The following is a detailed overview of the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm JX370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was announced 18 months prior to the Fujifilm JX370 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the JZ300 scores against the Fujifilm JX370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm JX370

 JZ300 Fujifilm JX370 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 Fujifilm JX370 JZ300 
IntroducedAugust 2011February 2010Newer by 18 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JX370

 JZ300 Fujifilm JX370 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys 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) and the Fujifilm JX370 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm JX370 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 and the Fujifilm JX370.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and Fujifilm JX370 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and Fujifilm JX370.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm JX370 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm JX370 as a Portrait photography camera
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography features
Fujifilm JX370 Street photography features
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
55
lighter than competitors in class (124 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm JX370 as a Sports photography camera
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
31
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (190 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography advice
Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography advice
61
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
65
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
low battery life (190 CIPA)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm JX370 as a Landscape photography camera
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
32
rather wide (28mm)
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low battery life (190 CIPA)
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging info
Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging info
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
28
rather wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic port
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX370 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JX370
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Fujifilm FinePix JX370
General Information
Make FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Fujifilm FinePix JX370
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-02-02 2011-08-11
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.6-6.2
Macro focus distance 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1800 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 124g (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 - 190 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD / SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $180 $159