FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S1500

The following is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm S1500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was introduced 12 months after the Fujifilm S1500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the JZ300 grades against the Fujifilm S1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys 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) while the Fujifilm S1500 has sizing of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the JZ300 and the Fujifilm S1500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and Fujifilm S1500 is 93 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and Fujifilm S1500.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm JZ300 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent JZ300 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.