FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released July 2011
- Other Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 346g - 113 x 65 x 48mm
- Announced December 2012

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the FujiFilm T300 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively comparable but the T300 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") have different sensor sizing.

The T300 was unveiled 17 months before the XZ-2 iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the T300 matches up vs the XZ-2 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Olympus XZ-2 iHS
T300 | XZ-2 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-2 iHS over the FujiFilm T300
XZ-2 iHS | T300 | |||
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Announced | December 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS
T300 | XZ-2 iHS | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm T300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm T300 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the T300 versus the XZ-2 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T300 and XZ-2 iHS is 94 and 85 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the T300 and XZ-2 iHS.
As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The T300 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the FujiFilm T300 will show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged T300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS |
Otherwise known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 pounds) | 346 gr (0.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 113 x 65 x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 340 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $250 | $450 |