FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm SL240

Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm SL240, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was manufactured 23 months prior to the Fujifilm SL240 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the JZ300 grades versus the Fujifilm SL240 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm SL240 has measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Fujifilm SL240 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 versus the Fujifilm SL240.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and Fujifilm SL240 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and Fujifilm SL240.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm SL240 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.