Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1
95 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
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96 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
28
Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced June 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced August 2009

Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm Z300 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm Z300 was introduced at a similar time to the TX1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm Z300 grades vs the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z300 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Sony TX1
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Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Fujifilm Z300
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Sony TX1
Fujifilm Z300 | TX1 | |||
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Introduced | June 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z300 provides outside measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 against the TX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z300 and TX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z300 and TX1.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z300 comes with the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z300 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-06-12 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-6.4 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-45 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $350 |