FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm JZ100

In this write-up, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JZ100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was launched 23 months prior to the Fujifilm JZ100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the JZ300 matches up vs the Fujifilm JZ100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with exterior 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) while the Fujifilm JZ100 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm JZ100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 compared to the Fujifilm JZ100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and Fujifilm JZ100.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm JZ100 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be behind in sensor tech.