FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Samsung DV300F
JZ300 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the FujiFilm JZ300
DV300F | JZ300 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 23 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung DV300F
JZ300 | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Samsung DV300F | |
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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 |