FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm FinePix S4800. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm S4800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm S4800
JZ300 | Fujifilm S4800 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the FujiFilm JZ300
Fujifilm S4800 | JZ300 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800
JZ300 | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same 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).
See the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S4800 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | |
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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 |