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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix Z71
Sony TX1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
  • Introduced August 2009
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm Z70 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the Z70 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Z70 was launched 6 months later than the TX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Z70 matches up versus the TX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Sony TX1

 Z70 TX1 

Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the FujiFilm Z70

 TX1 Z70 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony TX1

 Z70 TX1 
IntroducedFebruary 2010August 2009Same generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z70 features physical dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the FujiFilm Z70 versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z70 vs the TX1.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z70 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z70 and TX1.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z70 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the FujiFilm Z70 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Portrait photography details
Sony TX1 Portrait photography details
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
19
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.4")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Street photography info
Sony TX1 Street photography info
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.4")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography advice
Sony TX1 Sports photography advice
25
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
24
image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.4")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography highlights
Sony TX1 Travel photography highlights
52
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
51
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Landscape photography factors
Sony TX1 Landscape photography factors
23
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
31
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.4")
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging information
Sony TX1 Vlogging information
22
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone support
28
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone jack
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Sony TX1
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1
Also Known as FinePix Z71 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2009-08-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.4"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.104 x 4.578mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.5-4.6
Macro focus range 9cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 2 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1250 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 gr (0.27 lb) 142 gr (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $130 $350