Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SP-600 UZ side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. FujiFilm JX300 has external dimensions of 94 x 56 x 24 mm (3.7 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SP-600 UZ has external dimensions of 110 x 90 x 91 mm (4.33 x 3.54 x 3.58″) and weighs 455 g (1.00 lb / 16.05 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the FujiFilm JX300 and the Olympus SP-600 UZ. FujiFilm JX300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 34mm shorter and 67mm thinner than Olympus SP-600 UZ.
Here is the back view size comparison of the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SP-600 UZ.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SP-600 UZ.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
FujiFilm JX300 is significantly lighter (325g ) than the Olympus SP-600 UZ which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the FujiFilm FinePix JX300 (FinePix JX305) nor Olympus SP-600 UZ provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus SP-600 UZ's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.