FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm S8600

Below is a in depth assessment of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S8600, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was revealed 4 years prior to the Fujifilm S8600 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the JZ300 matches up versus the Fujifilm S8600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 features outside 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 S8600 has proportions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm S8600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 compared to the Fujifilm S8600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and Fujifilm S8600 is 93 and 76 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and Fujifilm S8600.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8600 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.