FujiFilm JX350 has a
16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Fujifilm A100 has a
10.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor .
FujiFilm JX350's sensor provides 6MP more than Fujifilm A100's sensor, which gives a significant advantage in real life. You can print your images larger or crop more freely.
On the other hand, please keep in mind that Max sensor resolution is not the only determinant of resolving power. Factors such as the optical elements, low pass filter, pixel size and sensor technology also affects the final resolution of the captured image.
Below you can see the JX350 and A100 sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of FujiFilm JX350 and Fujifilm A100 Cameras
FujiFilm JX350 and Fujifilm A100 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Fujifilm A100 has 58% larger pixel area (2.81µm 2 vs 1.77µm 2 ) compared to FujiFilm JX350, it has larger pixel area to collect light hence potential to have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
FujiFilm JX350
or the
Fujifilm A100 ,
including hyperfocal distance.
