Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230
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Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 217g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2009

Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Sony W230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and W230 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and W230 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm F660EXR was released 2 years after the W230 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm F660EXR scores against the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F660EXR over the Sony W230
Fujifilm F660EXR | W230 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm F660EXR
W230 | Fujifilm F660EXR | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm F660EXR and Sony W230
Fujifilm F660EXR | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F660EXR provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Sony W230 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR compared to the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F660EXR and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F660EXR and W230.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F660EXR due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F660EXR will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F660EXR provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony W230 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
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 | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m (Wide: 3.2 m/5.9in / Tele: 90 cm�1.9 m) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 217g (0.48 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 300 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-50A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $230 | $180 |