Fujifilm FinePix Z300 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and the Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR, 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 Z300 was introduced in June 2009 and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR was introduced in July 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 Highlights

      • 10 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.6 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 640 x 480 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR Highlights

      • 12.0 MP 1/2-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.50" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.6 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 Z300
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      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 Z300 and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.6 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.0 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.6 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


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

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm Z300
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix Z300 over Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 180 mm vs 175 mm
      Lighter 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz) vs 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz)
      Internal Storage 31 MB vs 30 MB

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      Fujifilm Z110
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm Z900EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm Z1000EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm Z700EXR
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      1/2-inch

      12 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z f
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      Full Frame

      24.4 MP

      Canon ELPH 130 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Panasonic ZS40
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.1 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      Fujifilm Z800EXR
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR over Fujifilm FinePix Z300.

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
      Larger Sensor 1/2.3-inch vs 1/2-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 10 Megapixel vs 12.0 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 3648 x 2736 vs 4000 x 3000
      Reaches Wider Angle 36 mm vs 35 mm
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/6.4 vs f/4.7
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 3.50"
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 460k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 0.6 fps vs 1.6 fps
      Higher Video Resolution 640 x 480 vs 1280 x 720
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo

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      Fujifilm Z700EXR
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      1/2-inch

      12 MP

      Fujifilm Z1000EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm Z900EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm Z110
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Kodak Z950
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z f
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      Full Frame

      24.4 MP

      Panasonic ZS7
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 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 Z300 Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6001,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Touch Screen
        Built-in Flash
        Light155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz)158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz)
        Internal Storage31 MB30 MB
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix Z300 Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor10 Megapixel12.0 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot460k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/1000 sec1/1000 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting0.6 fps1.6 fps
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution640 x 4801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR has a 3.50" screen with 460k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Both models feature touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Fujifilm FinePix Z300) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 features a 10 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR features a 12.0 megapixel 1/2-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 23 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2056, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1944, 1920 x 1080 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2248, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1584, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs

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


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 comes with NP-45 battery pack and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR comes with NP-45A battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/1000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix Z300, and up to 1/1000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR. Fujifilm FinePix Z300 can shoot continuously up to 0.6 fps. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR can shoot continuously up to 1.6 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.50 m on Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and 3.90 m on Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 body has dimensions of 92 x 57 x 19 mm (3.62 x 2.24 x 0.75") and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR body has dimensions of 98 x 59 x 20 mm (3.86 x 2.32 x 0.79"). Fujifilm FinePix Z300 weighs 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR weighs 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      92 mm

      57 mm

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      98 mm

      59 mm

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      57 mm

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      19 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR 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 Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      POOR
      54
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.6 fps
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.6 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.6 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.6 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      GOOD
      71
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR and give them scores of 54 and 53 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 Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
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      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      POOR
      44
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.6 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.6 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      POOR
      41
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      GOOD
      75
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      GOOD
      70
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      GOOD
      73
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      BAD
      38
      •   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 Z300

      Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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