FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony TX66

Here is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony TX66, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and TX66 (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was released 3 years prior to the TX66 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the JZ300 scores versus the TX66 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 comes with outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony TX66 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 against the TX66.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and TX66 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and TX66.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony TX66 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.