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Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Announced August 2011
Sony S980
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was introduced 2 years after the S980 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores against the S980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Sony S980

 Fujifilm JX370 S980 
AnnouncedAugust 2011February 2009Newer by 31 months

Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Fujifilm JX370

 S980 Fujifilm JX370 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Sony S980

 Fujifilm JX370 S980 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display sizing
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX370 features external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the S980.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and S980 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX370 and S980.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JX370 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX370 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Portrait photography advice
Sony S980 Portrait photography advice
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
27
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Street photography info
Sony S980 Street photography info
55
lighter than competitors (124 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm JX370
Sports photography with Sony S980
31
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery (190 shots)
has no phase detect AF
17
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography highlights
Sony S980 Travel photography highlights
65
lighter than competitors (124 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low battery (190 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Landscape photography features
Sony S980 Landscape photography features
32
rather wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low battery (190 shots)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
27
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging factors
Sony S980 Vlogging factors
28
rather wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors (124g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
22
wide angle not great (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic jack
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony S980 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Sony S980
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-08-11 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/1800s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 gr (0.27 lb) 167 gr (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 190 images -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD / SDHC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $159 $300