FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Introduced October 2008
- Later Model is Sony A99

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the S3200 (14MP) and A900 (25MP) and the S3200 (1/2.3") and A900 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

The S3200 was released 2 years after the A900 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S3200 grades against the A900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Sony A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Sony A900
S3200 | A900 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | October 2008 | Newer by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the FujiFilm S3200
A900 | S3200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Sony A900
S3200 | A900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S3200 has got outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony A900 has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
See the FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S3200 versus the A900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and A900 is 67 and 54 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3200 and A900.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S3200 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A900 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent S3200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A900 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
Also called | FinePix S3250 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2008-10-22 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 6048 x 4032 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 895 gr (1.97 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 880 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Price at release | $190 | $2,736 |