Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230
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Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 159g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- 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
- Revealed February 2009

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Fujifilm T400 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T400 was manufactured 2 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm T400 scores versus the W230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm T400 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T400 over the Sony W230
Fujifilm T400 | W230 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Fujifilm T400
W230 | Fujifilm T400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm T400 and Sony W230
Fujifilm T400 | W230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T400 provides exterior measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm T400 versus Sony W230 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm T400 against the W230.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T400 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T400 and W230.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm T400 to show more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm T400 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Type | 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 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 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264, 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $150 | $180 |