• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.1 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 130.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm JX300 advantages over Nikon S2900

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.44 vs 1.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.6 vs f/3.2
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Longer exposure
    8 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Nikon S2900 advantages over Fujifilm JX300

  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 250 vs 200 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    10 years vs 14 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More pixels
    20.1 vs 14.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-S980

Fujifilm JX300
Sony DSC-S980
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Wider angle lens
  • $149
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm JX300 vs Sony DSC-S980

Nikon S2900
Sony DSC-S980
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Newer
  • More pixels
  • $149
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon S2900 vs Sony DSC-S980

Compared to Olympus FE-4020

Fujifilm JX300
Olympus FE-4020
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Fujifilm JX300 vs Olympus FE-4020

Nikon S2900
Olympus FE-4020
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Nikon S2900 vs Olympus FE-4020

Compared to Fujifilm JX350

Fujifilm JX300
Fujifilm JX350
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $160
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Fujifilm JX300 vs Fujifilm JX350

Nikon S2900
Fujifilm JX350
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $160
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer exposure

Compare Nikon S2900 vs Fujifilm JX350

Compared to Sony W710

Fujifilm JX300
Sony W710
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer exposure
  • $99
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Fujifilm JX300 vs Sony W710

Nikon S2900
Sony W710
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Longer exposure
  • $99
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon S2900 vs Sony W710

Compared to Panasonic F5

Fujifilm JX300
Panasonic F5
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Fujifilm JX300 vs Panasonic F5

Nikon S2900
Panasonic F5
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer exposure

Compare Nikon S2900 vs Panasonic F5

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