FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Released April 2015
- Replaced the Olympus TG-3
- Successor is Olympus TG-5

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and TG-4 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was introduced 6 years prior to the TG-4 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the JZ300 grades vs the TG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Olympus TG-4
JZ300 | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the FujiFilm JZ300
TG-4 | JZ300 | |||
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Released | April 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 63 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus TG-4
JZ300 | TG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has got physical 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) while the Olympus TG-4 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 vs the TG-4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and TG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and TG-4.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus TG-4 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Also called | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2015-04-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 247 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (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 | - | 380 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $180 | $379 |