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Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Fujifilm FinePix XP200 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Sony WX50
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm XP200 versus Sony WX50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was brought out 14 months later than the WX50 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up versus the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP200 over the Sony WX50

 Fujifilm XP200 WX50 
LaunchedMarch 2013January 2012Fresher by 14 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k461kSharper screen (+459k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Fujifilm XP200

 WX50 Fujifilm XP200 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP200 and Sony WX50

 Fujifilm XP200 WX50 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP200 comes with exterior dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP200 versus Sony WX50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 and the WX50.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP200 and WX50 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP200 and WX50.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm XP200 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX50 as a Portrait photography camera
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
34
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP200
Street photography with Sony WX50
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (117g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm XP200
Sports photography with Sony WX50
44
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Travel photography information
Sony WX50 Travel photography information
66
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than competitors in class (117g)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Landscape photography features
Sony WX50 Landscape photography features
45
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
38
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Vlogging advice
Sony WX50 Vlogging advice
31
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of mic port
35
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (117g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Sony WX50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP200 and Sony WX50
 Fujifilm FinePix XP200Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP200 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-03-22 2012-01-30
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor Clearfoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 232 gr (0.51 lbs) 117 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 116 x 71 x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
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 photographs 240 photographs
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-50A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, delay, Group Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $250 $250