FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm X-T2

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Fujifilm X-T2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The JZ300 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-T2 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the JZ300 grades versus the Fujifilm X-T2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Fujifilm X-T2. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T2 has measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 against the Fujifilm X-T2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and Fujifilm X-T2 is 93 and 76 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and Fujifilm X-T2.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The JZ300 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will offer greater detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.