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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
Samsung HZ35W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Launched June 2010
  • Additionally Known as WB650
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

In this write-up, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was brought out 4 months prior to the HZ35W so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the JZ300 scores against the HZ35W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Samsung HZ35W

 JZ300 HZ35W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the FujiFilm JZ300

 HZ35W JZ300 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution614k230kSharper display (+384k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung HZ35W

 JZ300 HZ35W 
LaunchedFebruary 2010June 2010Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the JZ300 compared to the HZ35W.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and HZ35W.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography highlights
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
34
manual focus
offers face detection focusing
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Street photography camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (245 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography advice
Samsung HZ35W Sports photography advice
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking autofocus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography information
Samsung HZ35W Travel photography information
61
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than others (245 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (360mm)
does not have Timelapse function
MP count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Landscape photography camera
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
43
manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging features
Samsung HZ35W Vlogging features
28
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone jack
31
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
lighter than others (245 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung HZ35W
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Samsung HZ35W
Also referred to as FinePix JZ305 WB650
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-02-02 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
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
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.60 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 245 grams (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model NP-45A SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $180 $300