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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JZ305
Kodak M550
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was announced at a similar time to the M550 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the JZ300 grades vs the M550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Kodak M550

 JZ300 M550 

Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 M550 JZ300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Kodak M550

 JZ300 M550 
RevealedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with outer 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) whilst the Kodak M550 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Kodak M550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ300 and the M550.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and M550 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and M550.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography information
Kodak M550 Portrait photography information
20
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
20
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography information
Kodak M550 Street photography information
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
53
lighter than competition (125g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low maximum ISO (1,000)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Sports photography camera
Kodak M550 as a Sports photography camera
33
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography details
Kodak M550 Travel photography details
61
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
no Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
67
lighter than competition (125 grams)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography factors
Kodak M550 Landscape photography factors
31
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
31
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging information
Kodak M550 Vlogging information
28
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
30
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition (125g)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone socket
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Kodak M550
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Kodak EasyShare M550
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Kodak
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Kodak EasyShare M550
Also called as FinePix JZ305 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-02-02 2010-01-05
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 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1000
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 -
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1400 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
External flash
AEB
WB 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 125g (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" 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 KLIC-7006
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, double)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $180 $119