Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm XP150 was released 2 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm XP150 matches up versus the W290 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm XP150 | W290 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm XP150
W290 | Fujifilm XP150 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Sony W290
Fujifilm XP150 | W290 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP150 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 and the W290.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and W290 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP150 and W290.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP150 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP150 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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 | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $260 | $230 |