FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5
93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Released June 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ8

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was released 4 months before the ZS5 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the JZ300 scores vs the ZS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic ZS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the FujiFilm JZ300
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Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS5
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 and the ZS5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and ZS5.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Alternate name | FinePix JZ305 | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 214 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $300 |