FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10

Following is a extensive assessment of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was introduced 4 years prior to the XZ-10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the JZ300 matches up vs the XZ-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-10 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus XZ-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 versus the XZ-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and XZ-10 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and XZ-10.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.