FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon P300

Let's look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was launched 16 months before the P300 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the JZ300 matches up vs the P300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with physical 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 P300 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon P300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ300 against the P300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and P300 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and P300.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.