FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced July 2009

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm Z37, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was launched 7 months after the Fujifilm Z37 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the JZ300 matches up versus the Fujifilm Z37 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm FinePix Z37. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm Z37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Fujifilm Z37
JZ300 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the FujiFilm JZ300
Fujifilm Z37 | JZ300 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm Z37
JZ300 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has physical 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) while the Fujifilm Z37 has measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JZ300 and Fujifilm Z37 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the JZ300 compared to the Fujifilm Z37.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and Fujifilm Z37 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and Fujifilm Z37.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the FujiFilm JZ300 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer JZ300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 3s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $130 |