FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FH3

Its time to look closer at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was announced at a similar time to the FH3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the JZ300 scores vs the FH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JZ300 versus the FH3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and FH3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and FH3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.