• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 600.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800

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Differences

Panasonic FZ300 advantages over Fujifilm X-T200

  • Less expensive
    $448* vs $799
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 380 vs 270 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/4000 vs 1/180 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Fujifilm X-T200 advantages over Panasonic FZ300

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.92 vs 1.54 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    55 mm vs 117 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    5 years vs 9 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    370g vs 724g
    Lighter weight
  • Higher-res screen
    920k vs 346k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Both provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

  • Good image quality for its class; Improved ergonomics; Impressive new EVF and rear display; Versatile 24-600mm equivalent f/2.8 lens; Faster autofocus performance; 4K video and 4K Photo features.

  • Bulky camera body; Excessive default noise reduction applied at lower ISOs; Continuous autofocus performance is inconsistent.

  • Read our Panasonic FZ300 Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm HS30EXR

Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Fujifilm X-T200
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm X-T200 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Compared to Panasonic FZ200

Panasonic FZ300
Panasonic FZ200
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $890
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic FZ200

Fujifilm X-T200
Panasonic FZ200
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $890
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-T200 vs Panasonic FZ200

Compared to Fujifilm S8200

Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm S8200
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Fujifilm S8200

Fujifilm X-T200
Fujifilm S8200
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-T200 vs Fujifilm S8200

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Fujifilm X-T200
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Doesn't require an AA filter

Compare Fujifilm X-T200 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Panasonic FZ300
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $646
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Fujifilm X-T200
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $646
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC

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