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Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
48
Overall
44
Fujifilm FinePix XP130 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 front
Portability
97
Imaging
42
Features
51
Overall
45

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP130
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 207g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Released January 2018
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm XP120
Sony TX66
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
  • Revealed February 2012
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Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was launched 5 years later than the TX66 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP130 scores against the TX66 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP130 over the Sony TX66

 Fujifilm XP130 TX66 
RevealedJanuary 2018February 2012Fresher by 72 months

Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Fujifilm XP130

 TX66 Fujifilm XP130 
Screen sizing3.3"3"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1230k920kSharper screen (+310k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm XP130 and Sony TX66

 Fujifilm XP130 TX66 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP130 features outer measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 versus the TX66.

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP130 and TX66 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP130 and TX66.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony TX66 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP130 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Portrait photography highlights
Sony TX66 Portrait photography highlights
42
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focusing
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
42
you can focus manually
decent MP (18 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 as a Street photography camera
Sony TX66 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Sports photography details
Sony TX66 Sports photography details
46
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proof
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery (240 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
49
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
better than average battery pack (250 per charge)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Travel photography details
Sony TX66 Travel photography details
69
weather proof
supports bluetooth
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
low battery (240 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
72
better than average battery pack (250 shots)
includes focus via touch
decent MP (18MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Landscape photography information
Sony TX66 Landscape photography information
50
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low battery (240 per charge)
51
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3.3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
better than average battery pack (250 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm XP130
Vlogging with Sony TX66
33
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of external mic jack
36
rather wide (26mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone port
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Fujifilm XP130 vs Sony TX66 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP130 and Sony TX66
 Fujifilm FinePix XP130Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP130 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Released 2018-01-24 2012-02-28
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focus range 9cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3.3 inch
Screen resolution 920k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - XtraFine TruBlack OLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB YesUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 207 grams (0.46 lb) 109 grams (0.24 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5")
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 240 images 250 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC
Storage slots One One
Price at release $171 $350