FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Older Model is Sony A3000

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Sony a3500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the JZ300 (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

The JZ300 was introduced 5 years prior to the a3500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the JZ300 grades against the a3500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Sony a3500
JZ300 | a3500 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the FujiFilm JZ300
a3500 | JZ300 | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 50 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony a3500
JZ300 | a3500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Sony a3500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 compared to the a3500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and a3500 is 93 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and a3500.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The JZ300 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony a3500 will produce extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Also referred to as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2014-03-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160s |
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lb) | 411g (0.91 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
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 | - | 470 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $398 |