FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR
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FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced July 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2011

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) is pretty well matched but the T300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The T300 was introduced 7 months after the Fujifilm F500 EXR so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the T300 grades versus the Fujifilm F500 EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix T300 & Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm T300 Gallery & Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
T300 | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the FujiFilm T300
Fujifilm F500 EXR | T300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Fujifilm F500 EXR
T300 | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm T300 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR has dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the T300 against the Fujifilm F500 EXR.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T300 and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the T300 and Fujifilm F500 EXR.
All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The T300 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher T300 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm F500 EXR Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR |
Also called | FinePix T305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 pounds) | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 life | 180 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $250 | $430 |