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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(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
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ305
Sony W380
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony W380, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was launched around the same time to the W380 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JZ300 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the JZ300 grades versus the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Sony W380

 JZ300 W380 

Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 W380 JZ300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony W380

 JZ300 W380 
LaunchedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display sizing
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 against the W380.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and W380 is 93 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ300 and W380.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W380 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography information
Sony W380 Portrait photography information
21
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography information
Sony W380 Street photography information
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Sports photography with Sony W380
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
slow fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography factors
Sony W380 Travel photography factors
61
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
65
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography info
Sony W380 Landscape photography info
32
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ300
Vlogging with Sony W380
28
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
29
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W380 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony W380
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-02-02 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 117 grams (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-45A NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $180 $44