FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic ZS8
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the FujiFilm JZ300
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Introduced | July 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 17 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS8
JZ300 | ZS8 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal 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.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.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.
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 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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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 |