Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix X100 and the Fujifilm FinePix JX300, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 was introduced in May 2011 and Fujifilm FinePix JX300 was introduced in January 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 Highlights

      • 12.3 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 200 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points (49 Cross-type)
      • 2.80" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1,440k dot Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
      • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300 Highlights

      • 14 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.2 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix X100
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix JX300
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm FinePix JX300.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      •   Video Capture
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1800 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   DxO Overall Score - 73
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix X100 over Fujifilm FinePix JX300.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs Fujifilm FinePix JX300
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 1,600
      RAW Support vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/2.6
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.0 vs f/6.2
      Larger Screen 2.80" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 8 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/1800 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 1.2 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      HDMI Output Mini vs
      Longer Battery Life 300 shots vs 180 shots

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix X100.

      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Fujifilm X100V
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Fujifilm X100S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X100T
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm JX550
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm AX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm JX500
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm JX370
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm JX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.0 MP

      Fujifilm X100F
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Fujifilm Z1000EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon S80
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      Fujifilm JX300
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix JX300 over Fujifilm FinePix X100.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs Fujifilm FinePix JX300
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.3 Megapixel vs 14 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 100
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 35 mm mm vs 28 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 35 mm vs 140 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 5x
      Min Normal Focus Distance 80 cm vs 25 cm
      Built-in Microphone vs Stereo
      Lighter 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz) vs 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix JX300.

      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Fujifilm X100T
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X100V
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Fujifilm X100S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm JX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.0 MP

      Fujifilm X100F
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Fujifilm AX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm JX500
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm JX370
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm JX550
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix X100 Fujifilm FinePix JX300
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO12,8001,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        Light445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix X100 Fujifilm FinePix JX300
        Low Resolution Sensor12.3 Megapixel14 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        No Face Detection
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot230k dot
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life300 shots180 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a 2.80" screen with 460k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix JX300 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder on Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution. It has a 90% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm FinePix JX300.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 features a 12.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 372.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Fujifilm FinePix JX300 features a 14 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4288 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 1728, 2176 x 1448, 1920 x 1080 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix JX300 can take pictures up to 4288 x 3216 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2864, 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm FinePix X100

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm FinePix X100. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 comes with NP-95 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Fujifilm FinePix JX300 has a single SD /SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix X100, and up to 1/1800 sec on Fujifilm FinePix JX300. Fujifilm FinePix X100 can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Fujifilm FinePix JX300 can shoot continuously up to 1.2 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix X100 and 3.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix JX300. Fujifilm FinePix X100 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 body has dimensions of 126 x 75 x 54 mm (4.96 x 2.95 x 2.13") and Fujifilm FinePix JX300 body has dimensions of 94 x 56 x 24 mm (3.7 x 2.2 x 0.94"). Fujifilm FinePix X100 weighs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix JX300 weighs 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      126 mm

      75 mm

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      94 mm

      56 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm FinePix JX300 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      GOOD
      70
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      54
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      GOOD
      74
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      GOOD
      80
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      GOOD
      80
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm FinePix JX300 and give them scores of 57 and 43 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
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      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      GOOD
      70
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 73
      POOR
      44
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      BAD
      28
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1800 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      44
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm FinePix JX300

      POOR
      40
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 180 shots


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