FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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![FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300/FujiFilm-JZ300-front.jpg)
![Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Tough-TG-1-iHS/Olympus-TG-1-iHS-front.jpg)
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40 Overall
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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
- Additionally Known as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2012
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The JZ300 was announced 3 years before the TG-1 iHS and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the JZ300 scores against the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
JZ300 | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the FujiFilm JZ300
TG-1 iHS | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 27 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
JZ300 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 has outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the JZ300 compared to the TG-1 iHS.
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS size comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-1-iHS-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and TG-1 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS top view buttons comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-1-iHS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and TG-1 iHS.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS sensor size comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-1-iHS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
![FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-JZ300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-1-iHS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2012-05-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $399 |