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FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix AX355
Sony W730
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2013
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Overview

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was launched 24 months prior to the W730 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the AX350 matches up versus the W730 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Sony W730

 AX350 W730 

Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the FujiFilm AX350

 W730 AX350 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2011Newer by 24 months
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Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Sony W730

 AX350 W730 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AX350 comes with exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Sony W730 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the AX350 against the W730.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and W730 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and W730.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AX350 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography details
Sony W730 Portrait photography details
29
megapixel count good (16MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
34
MP count good (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Street photography camera
Sony W730 as a Street photography camera
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch focus
lighter than competition (122 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography features
Sony W730 Sports photography features
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AX350
Travel photography with Sony W730
56
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse recording
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
71
lighter than competition (122g)
boasts touch focus
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AX350
Landscape photography with Sony W730
28
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low battery pack (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse recording
38
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W730 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
34
relatively wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
lighter than competition (122g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Sony W730 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Sony W730
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730
Also referred to as FinePix AX355 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 2013-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-165mm (5.0x) 25-224mm (9.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.3-6.3
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 2.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 122g (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 pictures 240 pictures
Battery form AA Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $0 $138