Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730
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95 Imaging
39 Features
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Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
33 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- Revealed January 2012
Sony W730
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
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On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm JX550 was announced 12 months earlier than the W730 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the W730 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony W730
| Fujifilm JX550 | W730 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Fujifilm JX550
| W730 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony W730
| Fujifilm JX550 | W730 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. 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 W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the W730.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and W730 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and W730.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm JX550 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W730 as a Portrait photography camera
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
provides face detect focus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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lighter than competition (113 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than others (122g)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography info
Sony W730 Sports photography info
good MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
provides tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography features
Sony W730 Travel photography features
lighter than competition (113g)
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lighter than others (122g)
provides focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Sony W730 Landscape photography details
fairly wide (26mm)
good MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging info
Sony W730 Vlogging info
fairly wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (113g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
really wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
lighter than others (122g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic support
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony W730 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic 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 | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" 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 life | - | 240 photographs |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $138 |