Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JZ200 was released 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm JZ200 scores against the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Sony W230
Fujifilm JZ200 | W230 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm JZ200
W230 | Fujifilm JZ200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Sony W230
Fujifilm JZ200 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ200 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 versus the W230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ200 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ200 and W230.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm JZ200 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JZ200 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 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 distance | 2.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $180 |