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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
25
Overall
30

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced 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
  • Announced February 2009
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was unveiled 2 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades versus the W230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Sony W230

 Fujifilm JZ100 W230 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012February 2009Fresher by 36 months

Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm JZ100

 W230 Fujifilm JZ100 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Sony W230

 Fujifilm JZ100 W230 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 versus the W230.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JZ100 and W230.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm JZ100 to provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JZ100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W230 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
27
focusing manually
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Street photography details
Sony W230 Street photography details
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (129 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Sports photography info
Sony W230 Sports photography info
39
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Travel photography features
Sony W230 Travel photography features
68
lighter than others (129 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
51
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Landscape photography info
Sony W230 Landscape photography info
37
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
36
focusing manually
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm JZ100
Vlogging with Sony W230
31
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (129g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (30mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic port
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sony W230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ100 and Sony W230
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 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 dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface 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 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-200mm (8.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/2.8-5.8
Macro focus distance 5cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.60 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 129 gr (0.28 pounds) 156 gr (0.34 pounds)
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 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 model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $190 $180