Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 159g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm T400 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T400 was announced 2 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm T400 matches up versus the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm T400 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T400 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm T400 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm T400
W290 | Fujifilm T400 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm T400 and Sony W290
Fujifilm T400 | W290 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T400 offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm T400 versus Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T400 versus the W290.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T400 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T400 and W290.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm T400 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm T400 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm T400 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 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 | 16 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 | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | 159g (0.35 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" 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 life | 180 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $150 | $230 |