Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W290
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37 Features
22 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
28 Overall
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm JX500 was launched 2 years after the W290 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores versus the W290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Sony W290
| Fujifilm JX500 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm JX500
| W290 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
| Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Sony W290
| Fujifilm JX500 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX500 enjoys physical dimensions 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 W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm JX500 versus Sony W290 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 against the W290.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and W290.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm JX500 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $90 | $230 |