FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 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
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2012

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was unveiled 3 years prior to the W690 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the JZ300 scores versus the W690 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Sony W690
JZ300 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the FujiFilm JZ300
W690 | JZ300 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 25 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Sony W690
JZ300 | W690 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the JZ300 compared to the W690.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and W690 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and W690.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony W690 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older JZ300 will be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Sony W690 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 220 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $180 | $297 |