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Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
28
Overall
31

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Key Specs

Fujifilm JV150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Revealed February 2010
Sony W290
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2009
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Overview

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm JV150 was revealed 12 months after the W290 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JV150 grades vs the W290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Sony W290

 Fujifilm JV150 W290 
LaunchedFebruary 2010February 2009More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm JV150

 W290 Fujifilm JV150 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Sony W290

 Fujifilm JV150 W290 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 provides physical measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 versus the W290.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JV150 and W290 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JV150 and W290.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm JV150 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JV150 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Portrait photography features
Sony W290 Portrait photography features
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
27
has manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 as a Street photography camera
Sony W290 as a Street photography camera
56
lighter than average (126 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Sports photography information
Sony W290 Sports photography information
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 Travel photography factors
Sony W290 Travel photography factors
62
lighter than average (126g)
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
57
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JV150 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W290 as a Landscape photography camera
28
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
41
has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not available
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm JV150
Vlogging with Sony W290
25
lighter than average (126 grams)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
28
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Sony W290 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JV150 and Sony W290
 Fujifilm FinePix JV150Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JV150 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2009-02-17
Physical type 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone 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 126g (0.28 lbs) 167g (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" 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
Battery ID NP-45A -
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
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $0 $230