FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix Z71
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Z70 was revealed 11 months before the W530 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z70 scores versus the W530 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix Z70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm Z70 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Sony W530
Z70 | W530 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the FujiFilm Z70
W530 | Z70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony W530
Z70 | W530 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z70 features outer dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony W530 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z70 versus the W530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z70 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z70 and W530.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony W530 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older Z70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W530 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix Z71 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
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 speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 grams (0.27 lbs) | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $269 |