FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 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
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JZ300 was launched 23 months before the Fujifilm JX550 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the JZ300 grades versus the Fujifilm JX550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm JX550
JZ300 | Fujifilm JX550 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the FujiFilm JZ300
Fujifilm JX550 | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JX550
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm JX550 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 and the Fujifilm JX550.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and Fujifilm JX550 is 93 and 95 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and Fujifilm JX550.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm JX550 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
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 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-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $200 |