Fujifilm F750EXR vs Sony W290

Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm F750EXR and Sony W290, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F750EXR (16MP) and W290 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F750EXR (1/2") and W290 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F750EXR was released 2 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm F750EXR grades versus the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F750EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm F750EXR Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F750EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F750EXR and Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F750EXR compared to the W290.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F750EXR and W290 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F750EXR and W290.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F750EXR due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F750EXR will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm F750EXR will have a benefit in sensor technology.