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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
22
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z700EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix Z707EXR
Sony TX20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
  • Launched February 2012
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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm Z700EXR versus Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z700EXR (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the Z700EXR (1/2") and TX20 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z700EXR was introduced 3 years earlier than the TX20 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Z700EXR matches up against the TX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z700EXR over the Sony TX20

 Z700EXR TX20 
Screen sizing3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the FujiFilm Z700EXR

 TX20 Z700EXR 
LaunchedFebruary 2012February 2010More recent by 25 months
Manually focus More accurate focus
Screen resolution922k460kSharper screen (+462k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Sony TX20

 Z700EXR TX20 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Z700EXR features physical measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Z700EXR compared to the TX20.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z700EXR and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z700EXR and TX20.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z700EXR using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony TX20 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older Z700EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Portrait photography details
Sony TX20 Portrait photography details
21
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2")
doesn't have RAW support
40
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
provides face detect focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Street photography factors
Sony TX20 Street photography factors
60
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes touch focus
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than others (158 grams)
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch focus
weather proofing
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm Z700EXR
Sports photography with Sony TX20
25
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
max fps low (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2")
doesn't have phase detect AF
50
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery life (250 per charge)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Z700EXR
Travel photography with Sony TX20
55
includes touch focus
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (158 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
72
better than average battery life (250 shots)
weather proofing
comes with touch focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR as a Landscape photography camera
Sony TX20 as a Landscape photography camera
33
very good size screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
52
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
weather proofing
better than average battery life (250 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Vlogging factors
Sony TX20 Vlogging factors
27
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
heavier than others (158g)
35
decently wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone support
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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Sony TX20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z700EXR and Sony TX20
 FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXRSony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20
Otherwise known as FinePix Z707EXR -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-02 2012-02-28
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.7 f/3.5-4.6
Macro focusing range 9cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.5" 3"
Resolution of display 460k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 2.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 3.70 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 158 grams (0.35 lbs) 133 grams (0.29 lbs)
Dimensions 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $250 $330