FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched July 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix F305EXR
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the F300EXR (1/2") and W230 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

The F300EXR was released 18 months after the W230 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the F300EXR grades versus the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Sony W230
F300EXR | W230 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the FujiFilm F300EXR
W230 | F300EXR | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Sony W230
F300EXR | W230 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm F300EXR has physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the F300EXR against the W230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the F300EXR and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the F300EXR and W230.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The F300EXR contains the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern F300EXR is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sony W230 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Also called as | FinePix F305EXR | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $280 | $180 |