FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was revealed 23 months earlier than the VG-160 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the JZ300 scores against the VG-160 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Olympus VG-160. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Olympus VG-160
JZ300 | VG-160 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the FujiFilm JZ300
VG-160 | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 23 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus VG-160
JZ300 | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 features physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus VG-160 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Olympus VG-160 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 versus the VG-160.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and VG-160.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus VG-160 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Olympus VG-160 |
Alternative name | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 165 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $90 |