Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230
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Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 130g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm A150 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A150 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm A150 was revealed at a similar time to the W230 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm A150 matches up versus the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A150 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A150 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A150 over the Sony W230
Fujifilm A150 | W230 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm A150
W230 | Fujifilm A150 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm A150 and Sony W230
Fujifilm A150 | W230 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm A150 enjoys physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm A150 versus Sony W230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm A150 compared to the W230.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A150 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A150 and W230.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W230 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively.
Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm A150 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A150 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A150 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $130 | $180 |