FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3
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94 Imaging
36 Features
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was launched around the same time to the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the JZ300 grades versus the ZR3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic ZR3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the FujiFilm JZ300
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Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZR3
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides external dimensions 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 ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Panasonic ZR3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 compared to the ZR3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and ZR3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and ZR3.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Other name | FinePix JZ305 | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 159g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $280 |