FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Introduced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Launched August 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon AW110

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and AW100 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was launched 18 months earlier than the AW100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the JZ300 grades against the AW100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Nikon AW100
JZ300 | AW100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the FujiFilm JZ300
AW100 | JZ300 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon AW100
JZ300 | AW100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 compared to the AW100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and AW100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and AW100.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon AW100 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Also called as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $180 | $299 |