FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Introduced January 2009

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm S8100fd, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was brought out 13 months after the Fujifilm S8100fd making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the JZ300 scores against the Fujifilm S8100fd when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
JZ300 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 13 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the FujiFilm JZ300
Fujifilm S8100fd | JZ300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S8100fd
JZ300 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8100fd has measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm S8100fd in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the JZ300 versus the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 93 and 75 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and Fujifilm S8100fd.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the FujiFilm JZ300 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger JZ300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd |
Also called | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 405 gr (0.89 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
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 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $300 |