FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500
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95 Imaging
37 Features
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JX500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was launched 23 months prior to the Fujifilm JX500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the JZ300 grades versus the Fujifilm JX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Fujifilm FinePix JX500. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Fujifilm JX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm JX500
JZ300 | Fujifilm JX500 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the FujiFilm JZ300
Fujifilm JX500 | JZ300 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 23 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JX500
JZ300 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX500 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 and the Fujifilm JX500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and Fujifilm JX500 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and Fujifilm JX500.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm JX500 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-05 |
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 resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-45A | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $180 | $90 |