FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S630

Lets look more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was brought out 13 months later than the S630 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the JZ300 scores versus the S630 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 has outside 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) and the Nikon S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ300 vs the S630.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and S630.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent JZ300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.