FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R 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
- Released February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Later Model is Sony A7R II

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R Overview
The following is a extensive review of the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

The JZ300 was announced 5 years earlier than the A7R which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the JZ300 matches up against the A7R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Sony A7R
JZ300 | A7R |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the FujiFilm JZ300
A7R | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony A7R
JZ300 | A7R | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 compared to the A7R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and A7R is 93 and 78 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and A7R.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The JZ300 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R will resolve greater detail with its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony A7R Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Sony Alpha A7R |
Also Known as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 465g (1.03 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $180 | $1,898 |