Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Released January 2012
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XP30
- Successor is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm XP50 was brought out 3 years later than the G3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Sony G3
Fujifilm XP50 | G3 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | January 2009 | More recent by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Fujifilm XP50
G3 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Sony G3
Fujifilm XP50 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the G3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and G3.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP50 to give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | 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 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $180 | $200 |