FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Updated by Ricoh GR II
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh GR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and GR (16MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe JZ300 was introduced 4 years earlier than the GR which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the JZ300 matches up versus the GR for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Ricoh GR. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Ricoh GR
JZ300 | GR |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the FujiFilm JZ300
GR | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | February 2010 | Newer by 39 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh GR
JZ300 | GR | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 has external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh GR has measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Ricoh GR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 vs the GR.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and GR is 93 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and GR.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JZ300 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Ricoh GR will give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Ricoh GR Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Ricoh GR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Ricoh GR |
Also called | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2013-04-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 300 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 245 grams (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 972 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | DB65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $180 | $971 |