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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ305
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Previous Model is Panasonic ZS7
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was revealed 17 months earlier than the ZS8 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the JZ300 grades versus the ZS8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic ZS8

 JZ300 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 ZS8 JZ300 
IntroducedJuly 2011February 2010Newer by 17 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS8

 JZ300 ZS8 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 and the ZS8.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and ZS8.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS8 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography details
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focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
30
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography details
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (210 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography features
Panasonic ZS8 Sports photography features
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
47
great zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
max fps very slow (2.0 frames per second)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography factors
61
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
missing Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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lighter than average in class (210 grams)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
no Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZS8 Landscape photography highlights
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fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
44
fairly wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging information
Panasonic ZS8 Vlogging information
28
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
30
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (210g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic support
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS8
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-02-02 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
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 12MP 14MP
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 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - 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 - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 210 gr (0.46 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 life - 340 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $180 $275