FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FH6

On this page, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was brought out 23 months before the FH6 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the JZ300 grades versus the FH6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. 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 Panasonic FH6 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic FH6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 versus the FH6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and FH6.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH6 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.