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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z800EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix Z808EXR
Sony WX1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Revealed August 2009
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Z800EXR (1/2") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The Z800EXR was unveiled 12 months later than the WX1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z800EXR grades vs the WX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Sony WX1

 Z800EXR WX1 
RevealedJuly 2010August 2009Fresher by 12 months
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR

 WX1 Z800EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Sony WX1

 Z800EXR WX1 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z800EXR features external dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z800EXR compared to the WX1.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z800EXR and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z800EXR and WX1.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z800EXR using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the FujiFilm Z800EXR will offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Z800EXR should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Portrait photography with Sony WX1
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2")
has no RAW support
19
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Street photography with Sony WX1
55
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2")
has no RAW support
more heavy than competitors in class (158 grams)
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competitors (149g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Sports photography features
Sony WX1 Sports photography features
24
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
low fps (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2")
has no phase detect AF
26
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Travel photography with Sony WX1
50
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (158 grams)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
56
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors (149g)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Landscape photography advice
Sony WX1 Landscape photography advice
32
very good size screen (3.5")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
31
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.4)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Vlogging details
Sony WX1 Vlogging details
27
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (158g)
28
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.4)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
more heavy than competitors (149g)
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony WX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z800EXR and Sony WX1
 FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXRSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1
Also referred to as FinePix Z808EXR -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-07-21 2009-08-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Bionz
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.4"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.104 x 4.578mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 27.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias 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
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 160
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.7 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 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 jack
Headphone jack
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 158g (0.35 lbs) 149g (0.33 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $200 $149