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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230

Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2012
Sony W230
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
  • 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released February 2009
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was revealed 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades versus the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Sony W230

 Fujifilm JX500 W230 
ReleasedJanuary 2012February 2009Newer by 36 months

Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm JX500

 W230 Fujifilm JX500 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W230

 Fujifilm JX500 W230 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX500 has outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 against the W230.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX500 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and W230.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm JX500 to provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JX500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W230 as a Portrait photography camera
29
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
27
focusing manually
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Street photography details
Sony W230 Street photography details
55
lighter than competition in class (113g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Sports photography highlights
Sony W230 Sports photography highlights
31
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm JX500
Travel photography with Sony W230
68
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
MP count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
no Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
51
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Landscape photography info
Sony W230 Landscape photography info
33
rather wide (26mm)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse recording
37
focusing manually
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX500 Vlogging factors
Sony W230 Vlogging factors
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone socket
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W230
 Fujifilm FinePix JX500Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JX500 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-05 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 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
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 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/2.8-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 1s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 113 gr (0.25 lb) 156 gr (0.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $90 $180