FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2013

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Overview
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").

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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Olympus XZ-10
JZ300 | XZ-10 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the FujiFilm JZ300
XZ-10 | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus XZ-10
JZ300 | XZ-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Physical Comparison
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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Sensor Comparison
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.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus XZ-10 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 |
Also called | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/1.8-2.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 221g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $428 |