FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1 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
- Launched February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the JZ300 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe JZ300 was manufactured 4 years before the MX-1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the JZ300 matches up vs the MX-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Pentax MX-1
JZ300 | MX-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the FujiFilm JZ300
MX-1 | JZ300 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | February 2010 | Newer by 41 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Pentax MX-1
JZ300 | MX-1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm JZ300 and Pentax MX-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 compared to the MX-1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and MX-1.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The JZ300 features the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh tougher. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Pentax MX-1 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2013-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 391 gr (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $400 |