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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-4 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(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
Olympus TG-4
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Olympus TG-4

 JZ300 TG-4 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 TG-4 JZ300 
ReleasedApril 2015February 2010Newer by 63 months
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus TG-4

 JZ300 TG-4 
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 size comparison

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

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography highlights
Olympus TG-4 Portrait photography highlights
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no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
46
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography info
Olympus TG-4 Street photography info
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
heavier than competitors (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography information
Olympus TG-4 Sports photography information
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
great battery life (380 shots)
slow fps (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography advice
Olympus TG-4 Travel photography advice
61
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
very long zoom (280mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
74
great battery life (380 per charge)
environment proof
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competitors (247 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography details
Olympus TG-4 Landscape photography details
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
62
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
great battery life (380 CIPA)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-4 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
34
decently wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than competitors (247g)
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus TG-4
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Olympus Tough TG-4
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