FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JV205
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the FujiFilm JV200 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The JV200 was introduced 23 months later than the W230 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the JV200 grades versus the W230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Sony W230
JV200 | W230 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the FujiFilm JV200
W230 | JV200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Sony W230
JV200 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm JV200 and Sony W230 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the JV200 versus the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the JV200 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and W230.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JV200 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern JV200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JV200 vs Sony W230 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JV200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Also Known as | FinePix JV205 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $49 | $180 |