FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Released August 2011

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Here is a in depth review of the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was launched 19 months prior to the FX90 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the JZ300 matches up vs the FX90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic FX90
JZ300 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the FujiFilm JZ300
FX90 | JZ300 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 19 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic FX90
JZ300 | FX90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 compared to the FX90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and FX90.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $180 | $227 |