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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Samsung DV300F front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ305
Samsung DV300F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2012
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was revealed 23 months before the DV300F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the JZ300 grades vs the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Samsung DV300F

 JZ300 DV300F 

Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the FujiFilm JZ300

 DV300F JZ300 
LaunchedJanuary 2012February 2010More recent by 23 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung DV300F

 JZ300 DV300F 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides outside 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 Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the JZ300 compared to the DV300F.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and DV300F.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to give greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung DV300F Portrait photography highlights
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
34
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
offers face detection focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography highlights
Samsung DV300F Street photography highlights
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (133 grams)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography features
Samsung DV300F Sports photography features
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
44
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung DV300F as a Travel photography camera
61
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average (133 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Landscape photography with Samsung DV300F
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
43
really wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging advice
Samsung DV300F Vlogging advice
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
33
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
lighter than average (133g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung DV300F
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Samsung DV300F
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Samsung DV300F
Also called as FinePix JZ305 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-02-02 2012-01-02
Body design Compact Compact
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 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.5-6.3
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 133g (0.29 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 BP88
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $180 $200