FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Released February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2014
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe JZ300 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the JZ300 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
JZ300 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the FujiFilm JZ300
Galaxy Camera 2 | JZ300 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | February 2010 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 230k | Sharper display (+807k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
JZ300 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and Galaxy Camera 2.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Other name | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 283g (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $400 |