FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FH27

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was manufactured 11 months before the FH27 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the JZ300 matches up vs the FH27 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH27 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic FH27 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 vs the FH27.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and FH27 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and FH27.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH27 to render more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.