FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon P300

Let's look closer at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the P300 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was launched 11 months before the P300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the JZ500 scores against the P300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 features external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon P300 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Nikon P300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 against the P300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and P300 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and P300.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the FujiFilm JZ500 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older JZ500 will be behind in sensor tech.