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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 front
Portability
66
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ305
Fujifilm S4800
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
  • Launched January 2013
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was introduced 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm S4800 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the JZ300 grades vs the Fujifilm S4800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm S4800

 JZ300 Fujifilm S4800 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 Fujifilm S4800 JZ300 
LaunchedJanuary 2013February 2010Newer by 36 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800

 JZ300 Fujifilm S4800 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has outside dimensions 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 S4800 has dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ300 vs the Fujifilm S4800.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800 is 93 and 66 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S4800 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography details
Fujifilm S4800 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
36
MP count good (16MP)
provides face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography factors
Fujifilm S4800 Street photography factors
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
43
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition in class (518 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Sports photography with Fujifilm S4800
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
48
excellent zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm S4800 Travel photography highlights
61
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
long reach (280mm)
no Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
54
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (518 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography info
Fujifilm S4800 Landscape photography info
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse mode
42
fairly wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging features
Fujifilm S4800 Vlogging features
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
24
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focus
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (518 grams)
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Fujifilm FinePix S4800
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Fujifilm FinePix S4800
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-02-02 2013-01-30
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
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
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264, 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 518g (1.14 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 4 x AA
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
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $180 $229