FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210 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
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX200
- Renewed by Samsung NX300

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Samsung NX210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

The JZ300 was launched 3 years prior to the NX210 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the JZ300 grades versus the NX210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Samsung NX210
JZ300 | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the FujiFilm JZ300
NX210 | JZ300 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Samsung NX210
JZ300 | NX210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 vs the NX210.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and NX210 is 93 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and NX210.
As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The JZ300 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Samsung NX210 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-08-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $625 |