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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Samsung CL80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
30
Overall
33

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(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
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix JZ305
Samsung CL80
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Other Name is ST5500
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Overview

The following is a complete overview of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung CL80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was introduced at a similar time to the CL80 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the JZ300 scores versus the CL80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Samsung CL80

 JZ300 CL80 

Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 CL80 JZ300 
Display size3.7"2.7"Larger display (+1")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung CL80

 JZ300 CL80 
ReleasedFebruary 2010January 2010Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys physical 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 Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 compared to the CL80.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and CL80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and CL80.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung CL80 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Portrait photography camera
20
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Street photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch to focus
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography highlights
Samsung CL80 Sports photography highlights
33
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography factors
Samsung CL80 Travel photography factors
61
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
60
offers touch to focus
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography details
Samsung CL80 Landscape photography details
31
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
37
lovely big screen (3.7 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ300
Vlogging with Samsung CL80
28
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
27
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung CL80
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Samsung CL80
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Samsung CL80
Otherwise known as FinePix JZ305 ST5500
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4334 x 3256
Maximum native ISO 1600 4800
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lb) 160 grams (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-45A SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $180 $400