FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony HX90V

Lets look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Sony HX90V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was brought out 6 years before the HX90V and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the JZ300 scores against the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ300 has exterior 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) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the JZ300 compared to the HX90V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and HX90V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to produce extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.