FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix Z71
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Released February 2010

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is very comparable but the Z70 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") come with different sensor sizing.

The Z70 was released within a month of the TX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the Z70 matches up versus the TX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix Z70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm Z70 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Sony TX5
Z70 | TX5 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the FujiFilm Z70
TX5 | Z70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony TX5
Z70 | TX5 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z70 enjoys outside dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony TX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z70 against the TX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z70 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z70 and TX5.
Clearly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z70 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the FujiFilm Z70 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.

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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix Z71 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-02-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 2.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lb) | 148 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 model | NP-45A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $130 | $239 |