Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(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
- Launched February 2009

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm JX550 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the W230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony W230
Fujifilm JX550 | W230 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm JX550
W230 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony W230
Fujifilm JX550 | W230 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX550 features physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm JX550 versus Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the W230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and W230.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm JX550 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JX550 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) |
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 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $180 |