FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1
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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched July 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The T300 was announced 5 months before the SZ1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the T300 grades versus the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm T300 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Panasonic SZ1
T300 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the FujiFilm T300
SZ1 | T300 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic SZ1
T300 | SZ1 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm T300 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic SZ1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the T300 versus the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the T300 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the T300 and SZ1.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to result in more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Also Known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lbs) | 131 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 180 photos | 250 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $250 | $179 |