Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 232g - 116 x 71 x 30mm
- Launched March 2013
(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 XP200 vs Sony W290 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm XP200 and Sony W290, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP200 was released 4 years after the W290 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up vs the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP200 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm XP200 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | March 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 50 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm XP200
W290 | Fujifilm XP200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP200 and Sony W290
Fujifilm XP200 | W290 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP200 has outer measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP200 and Sony W290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 and the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and W290 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP200 and W290.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm XP200 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP200 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-03-22 | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
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 | ||
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) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 232 grams (0.51 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 71 x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") | 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 | 300 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, delay, Group Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $250 | $230 |