FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix JZ305
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- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Released October 2012
- Superseded the Panasonic LX5
- Later Model is Panasonic LX10
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the JZ300 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor measurements.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe JZ300 was unveiled 3 years before the LX7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the JZ300 scores against the LX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic LX7
JZ300 | LX7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the FujiFilm JZ300
LX7 | JZ300 | |||
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Released | October 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic LX7
JZ300 | LX7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 features external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic LX7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 against the LX7.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and LX7.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The JZ300 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the FujiFilm JZ300 will produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Also called as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2012-10-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 298 gr (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $180 | $400 |