FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW120

Its time to take a deeper look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and AW120 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was unveiled 5 years prior to the AW120 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the JZ300 matches up against the AW120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 has external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon AW120 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon AW120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 against the AW120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and AW120 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and AW120.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon AW120 to provide you with more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.