Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30
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Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced July 2011
Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm A100 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm A100 was launched 3 years prior to the WX30 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm A100 scores versus the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Sony WX30
Fujifilm A100 | WX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Fujifilm A100
WX30 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 30 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Sony WX30
Fujifilm A100 | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A100 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm A100 and Sony WX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm A100 against the WX30.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A100 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A100 and WX30.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX30 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm A100 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-04 | 2011-07-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 124 grams (0.27 lb) | 117 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $259 |